Core Concepts in Health, 9/e

Paul M. Insel, Stanford University School of Medicine
Walton T. Roth, Stanford University School of Medicine

Aging: A Vital Process

True False Quiz


1	Many of the characteristics we associate with aging are actually the result of the neglect and abuse of our mind and body.
		A)	True
		B)	False


2	It is essential that exercise become a part of daily living early in life, because starting an exercise program after age 65 is too late to produce much benefit.
		A)	True
		B)	False


3	Alcohol abuse is not a major problem in old age because most people with serious drinking problems die from alcohol abuse or associated events earlier in life.
		A)	True
		B)	False


4	Financial planning for retirement is even more important for women than for men.
		A)	True
		B)	False


5	A person with hearing loss should be spoken to at a normal rate of speech.
		A)	True
		B)	False


6	Hormone replacement therapy protects women against cancer.
		A)	True
		B)	False


7	The primary reason that the average age of death is greater now than in 1900 is due to advances in medical technology.
		A)	True
		B)	False


8	Biological theories of aging explain the breakdown of the body as a result of a decline in the level of free radicals.
		A)	True
		B)	False


9	Most older Americans live in nursing homes.
		A)	True
		B)	False


10	Nursing home care generally costs at least $1500 per month.
		A)	True
		B)	False

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