What Are the Implications of the Sensory Changes Typically Observed

question 3

Multiple Choice

What are the implications of the sensory changes typically observed in the older adult?

• A)impaired taste and smell result in improved nutritional status
• B)changes in taste and smell typically enhance food intake
• C)vision problems have no impact on nutritional status
• D)sensory decline makes it more difficult for the older adult to eat a balanced diet

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Definitions:

Situation

The set of circumstances or context in which events occur, influencing the outcomes of actions or decisions.

Dispositional Attribution

The tendency to attribute people's behaviors to their character or personality, rather than considering external factors that might influence their actions.

Situational Attribution

The process of attributing a person's actions to external circumstances or situations rather than to internal characteristics.

Self-serving Bias

A common tendency for individuals to attribute their successes to internal factors while blaming external factors for their failures.