What Term Is Used to Describe Older Adults Whose Physical

question 35

Multiple Choice

What term is used to describe older adults whose physical and/or mental impairments are so extensive that they cannot care for themselves?

• A) oldest old
• B) fragile elderly
• C) frail elderly
• D) feeble elderly

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Definitions:

Saint-Sernin

A Romanesque church located in Toulouse, France, known for its architectural significance and role in the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.

Carolingian Westworks

Carolingian Westworks pertains to the monumental western front of a Carolingian church, often featuring multiple stories, towers, and an entrance hall, embodying the early medieval architectural innovation in Western Europe.

Ottonian Westworks

The monumental western entrance of a church, characteristic of the architecture of the Ottonian dynasty in Germany during the 10th and early 11th centuries.

Saint-Étienne

A French city renowned for its historical contributions to the textile industry and notable for its modern design and art culture.