Senescence Refers to

question 49

Multiple Choice

Senescence refers to

• A) onset of the degenerative process associated with age.
• B) cognitive loss of memory and problem solving functions that begin about age 45.
• C) the social process of transition to retirement and the social roles of later life.
• D) the psychological process by which person comes to accept aging as inevitable.

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Definitions:

Unrelieved Pain

Pain that persists despite efforts to manage or treat it, often impacting the quality of life.

Wellness

An active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life; encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being.