The Increase in Longevity of the Old and the Need

question 26

Multiple Choice

The increase in longevity of the old and the need to support them after retirement is a result of

• A) demographic transition.
• B) the population pyramid.
• C) age structure.
• D) generational bias.

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Definitions:

Respiration Rate

The number of breaths a person takes per minute, an important vital sign reflecting respiratory health and metabolic activity.

pH

A scale used to specify the acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution, with 7 as neutral, values below 7 as acidic, and above 7 as basic.

Thirst Sensations

The body's signal indicating the need for hydration, triggered by mechanisms within the brain and body.

Blood Osmolarity

A measure of the solute concentration in the blood, reflecting the balance of water and solutes in the body's fluids.