Hcad 222 Exam 1 Question And Answers 2023 Verified To Pass

Free radical theory {Ans: View that free radicals contribute to the aging process by forming age pigment and by producing cross-links}Activity theory {Ans: A theory of aging which states that the psychological and social needs of the elderly are no difference from those of the middle-aged and that it is neither normal nor natural for older people to become isolated and withdrawn.}Longitudinal vs. cross-sectional {Ans: Cross-sectional studies make comparisons at single point in time while longitudinal studies make comparisons over time}Symptoms: feeling, cognitive, somatic, behavioral {Ans: -Biological, social and psychological risk factors -Somatic symptoms: Persistant somatic complaints, Changes in sleep patterns, Changed in appetite or unintentional weight loss/gain, Low energy/sex drive, delayed recovery from medical illness -Feeling symptoms: Anhedonia-inability to experience pleasure-FLAT, Lack of motivation, Anxiety/worry, General dissatisfaction or sadness, Hopelessness, helplessness, Irritability -Cognitive symptoms: Slow to answer questions, Forgetful, Inability to concentrate, Guilt, Negativism, Suicidal Ideation, Delusions -Behavioral symptoms: Crying, Stooped posture, Worried or flat expression, Signs of social isolation, Increased dependency, Refusal of medical treatment, Frequent doctor office visits, Resistance to hospital discharge, Minimization of symptoms, Expression of depressing statements.}Obesity & Seniors {Ans: 51+ obesity is 1:4 and rates are likely to increase,