Question 1

Vanessa's doctor wants to reduce her risk for osteoporosis. He therefore recommended that she exercise regularly, consume foods that are high in calcium, and insure adequate intake of vitamin
A) A
B) B12
C) C
D) D

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption in the body, which is crucial for bone health and reducing the risk of osteoporosis.

Question 2

In middle-age, height tends to____, and weight tends to____.
A) decrease; increase
B) remain the same; increase
C) decrease; remain the same
D) increase; decrease

Accepted Answer

In middle age, individuals often experience a decrease in height due to factors such as loss of bone density and changes in posture. Concurrently, weight tends to increase due to a decrease in metabolism and changes in lifestyle.

Question 3

The risk for stroke for females aged 34-54 has tripled in recent years, which scientists blame on more women
A) becoming abdominally obese
B) engaging in stressful exercise.
C) working in stressful jobs.
D) taking up smoking.

Accepted Answer

The increase in abdominal obesity among women has been identified as a significant factor contributing to the tripling of stroke risk in females aged 34-54. Abdominal obesity is closely linked to cardiovascular issues, including an elevated risk of stroke.

Question 4

The lowest rates of obesity are found among which of the following?
A) Asian Americans
B) African-Americans
C) Hispanic Americans
D) White Americans

Accepted Answer

Asian Americans typically have the lowest rates of obesity compared to other racial or ethnic groups in the United States. This is often attributed to various factors including dietary habits, cultural practices, and genetic predispositions.

Question 5

A healthy person has____levels of LDL, low-density lipoprotein, and____levels of HDL, high-density lipoprotein.
A) high; high
B) high; low
C) low; high
D) low; low

Accepted Answer

A healthy person typically has low levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) and high levels of HDL (good cholesterol). HDL helps remove other forms of cholesterol from the bloodstream, while high levels of LDL can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease.

Question 6

All of the following are symptomatic of metabolic syndrome except
A) excess abdominal fat.
B) high blood pressure.
C) low blood sugar.
D) high levels of LDL.

Accepted Answer

Metabolic syndrome is characterized by a group of risk factors that increase the chance of developing heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is not typically a symptom of metabolic syndrome. Instead, metabolic syndrome is associated with high blood sugar (hyperglycemia).

Question 7

Sarcopenia is a
A) condition in which bones become brittle and susceptible to fractures.
B) condition that develops when fluid builds up in the eye, putting pressure on blood vessels that deliver oxygen to the optic nerve.
C) progressive age-related loss of muscle mass and strength.
D) decline in the ability to hear high-pitched sounds.

Accepted Answer

Sarcopenia is characterized by the progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength as a person ages, which can impact mobility, balance, and overall health.

Question 8

The exercise recommended for strengthening muscles that support joints is
A) flexibility training.
B) pragmatics.
C) resistance training.
D) tai chi.

Accepted Answer

Resistance training is specifically designed to strengthen muscles by making them work against a weight or force, which in turn can help support and protect joints.

Question 9

Presbyopia means an inability to
A) focus on nearby objects.
B) adapt to the dark.
C) see objects in the periphery.
D) see distant objects.

Accepted Answer

Presbyopia is a condition associated with aging in which the eye exhibits a progressively diminished ability to focus on near objects. This is due to the hardening of the lens inside the eye, making it difficult to focus on objects that are close.

Question 10

In presbyopia, the part of the eye that loses elasticity is the
A) cornea.
B) lens.
C) fovea.
D) retina.

Accepted Answer

In presbyopia, the lens of the eye loses its elasticity, making it difficult to focus on close objects. This is a common condition that occurs as part of the aging process.

Question 11

Susan was just diagnosed with presbyopia. She will likely adapt to the condition by
A) changing her diet.
B) taking up resistance training.
C) wearing a hearing aid.
D) wearing glasses.

Accepted Answer

Presbyopia is a condition associated with aging where the eye's lens loses its flexibility, making it difficult to focus on close objects. Wearing glasses, especially reading glasses or bifocals, is a common way to correct or adapt to presbyopia.

Question 12

Tammy's doctor just diagnosed her with early-stage glaucoma. Accordingly, he will likely recommend
A) a seeing-eye dog.
B) bifocals.
C) medication.
D) reading glasses.

Accepted Answer

Medication is commonly recommended for early-stage glaucoma to help lower intraocular pressure and prevent progression of the disease.

Question 13

Glaucoma happens when
A) fluid builds up in the eye.
B) the lens becomes less transparent.
C) the pupil becomes smaller.
D) the lens loses its elasticity.

Accepted Answer

Glaucoma is primarily caused by an increase in intraocular pressure, which happens when fluid (aqueous humor) builds up in the eye. This buildup can damage the optic nerve, leading to vision loss.

Question 14

Because the lenses in Emmet's grandmother's eyes had become less transparent and the pupils had become smaller, she had difficulty
A) reading the washing instructions on Emmet's t-shirt.
B) seeing Emmet in the darkened movie theater.
C) seeing Emmet when he was standing to the side of her.
D) seeing Emmet when he was at a distance.

Accepted Answer

The decreased transparency of the lenses and smaller pupils reduce the amount of light entering the eyes, making it difficult to see in low-light conditions like a darkened movie theater.

Question 15

The decline in the ability to hear high-pitched sounds is termed
A) atherosclerosis.
B) sarcopenia.
C) presbycusis.
D) presbyopia.

Accepted Answer

Presbycusis is the term used to describe the decline in the ability to hear high-pitched sounds, a condition that typically occurs with aging.

Question 16

After seeing his doctor, John went to an audiologist to get fitted with a hearing aid. John's doctor most likely diagnosed him with
A) atherosclerosis.
B) presbyopia.
C) presbycusis.
D) sarcopenia.

Accepted Answer

Presbycusis is age-related hearing loss, which is why someone would see an audiologist for a hearing aid.

Question 17

Which of the following is true about atherosclerosis?
A) It involves a widening of the arteries.
B) It involves a buildup of plaque.
C) It results in low blood pressure.
D) It makes the heart pump with less effort.

Accepted Answer

Atherosclerosis involves the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls (plaque), which can restrict blood flow.

Question 18

Because she was diagnosed with hypertension, Elizabeth's doctor told her to make all of the following changes in her lifestyle except
A) add more salt to her diet.
B) lose some weight.
C) start exercising.
D) stop smoking.

Accepted Answer

Adding more salt to a diet is generally not recommended for someone with hypertension, as it can raise blood pressure. Losing weight, exercising, and stopping smoking are all beneficial changes for managing hypertension.

Question 19

When it comes to hypertension,____have a greater risk than do____.
A) young adults; middle-aged adults
B) thin people; overweight people
C) women; men
D) "couch potatoes"; active people

Accepted Answer

Active people generally have a lower risk of developing hypertension compared to those who are less active or sedentary ("couch potatoes"). Regular physical activity helps in maintaining a healthy weight and can improve heart health, reducing the risk of high blood pressure.

Question 20

From age 20 to age 70, approximately what percentage of lung capacity diminishes?
A) 10
B) 20
C) 30
D) 40

Accepted Answer

The answer of From age 20 to age 70, approximately...

Quiz 12: Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood

Vanessa's doctor wants to reduce her risk for osteoporosis. He therefore recommended that she exercise regularly, consume foods that are high in calcium, and insure adequate intake of vitamin

In middle-age, height tends to, and weight tends to.

The risk for stroke for females aged 34-54 has tripled in recent years, which scientists blame on more women

The lowest rates of obesity are found among which of the following?

A healthy person haslevels of LDL, low-density lipoprotein, andlevels of HDL, high-density lipoprotein.

All of the following are symptomatic of metabolic syndrome except

Sarcopenia is a

The exercise recommended for strengthening muscles that support joints is

Presbyopia means an inability to

In presbyopia, the part of the eye that loses elasticity is the

Susan was just diagnosed with presbyopia. She will likely adapt to the condition by

Tammy's doctor just diagnosed her with early-stage glaucoma. Accordingly, he will likely recommend

Glaucoma happens when

Because the lenses in Emmet's grandmother's eyes had become less transparent and the pupils had become smaller, she had difficulty

The decline in the ability to hear high-pitched sounds is termed

After seeing his doctor, John went to an audiologist to get fitted with a hearing aid. John's doctor most likely diagnosed him with

Which of the following is true about atherosclerosis?

Because she was diagnosed with hypertension, Elizabeth's doctor told her to make all of the following changes in her lifestyle except

When it comes to hypertension,have a greater risk than do.

From age 20 to age 70, approximately what percentage of lung capacity diminishes?