Deck 12: Nutrition Through the Life Span - Later Adulthood

Question 1

Increasing evidence suggests that overweight and obesity in middle age are associated with Alzheimer's disease.​

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Older adults can safely participate in aerobic activity and resistance training until age 85, when the risk of injury from activity is greater than its benefits. ​

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Studies suggest that a diet providing ample carotenoids, vitamin C, and vitamin E may help to prevent the early onset of cataracts.​

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Many older adults fail to obtain the recommended daily 25 or more grams of fiber.​

Question 5

​People living in poverty are typically unable to buy sufficient amounts of nourishing foods, unless they are skilled in food shopping and can make good choices.

Question 6

Despite adopting healthy lifestyle habits, people cannot slow the aging process because of the natural limits set by heredity.​

Question 7

The elderly are more likely to have medical conditions or to take medications that may compromise folate status.​

Question 8

Zinc intake is commonly low in older adults.​

Question 9

​Lifestyle habits that can have a profound influence on health and on physiological age include _____.

A) ​following a meat-based eating pattern
B) ​engaging in physical activity weekly
C) ​avoiding all forms of alcohol
D) ​getting at least six hours of sleep each night
E) ​having a sense of purpose

Question 10

The fastest growing age group in the U.S. population is people over _____.​

A) ​50
B) ​65
C) ​75
D) ​85
E) ​100

Question 11

The protein needs of older adults appear to be about the same as those of younger people.​

Question 12

Appropriate energy intake among older adults helps prevent obesity, diabetes, and related cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis and hypertension and may influence the development of some forms of cancer.​

Question 13

Life expectancy in the U.S. is currently _____ years.​

A) ​68
B) ​72
C) ​75
D) ​79
E) ​84

Question 14

Older adults spend more money per person on foods to eat at home than other age groups.​

Question 15

As a general rule, adult energy needs decline an estimated 15 percent every decade.​

Question 16

Because total body water decreases as people age, mild stresses such as hot weather can precipitate hypertension in older adults.​

Question 17

Overweight people with osteoarthritis should avoid weight-bearing physical activities, such as jogging, as these types of activities place too much pressure on inflamed joints.​

Question 18

​As people grow older, the use of medicines becomes commonplace, thus increasing the potential for diet-medication interactions.

Question 19

Resistance training in adults older than age 85 has been shown to _____.​

A) ​increase energy expenditure
B) ​prevent falls
C) ​decrease energy intake
D) ​reduce hypertension
E) ​prevent dehydration

Question 20

How often should older adults participate in strength training exercises?​

A) ​At least five days per week
B) ​At least two days per week
C) ​At least one day per week
D) ​Every other (nonconsecutive) week
E) ​As often as they are able

Question 21

Factors such as _____ often limit older adults' abilities to obtain enough daily fiber in their diets.​

A) ​busy schedules
B) ​frequent muscle and joint pain
C) ​poor access to clean water
D) ​cognitive impairments
E) ​limited cooking facilities

Question 22

Fat intakes should be moderate in the diets of most older adults because _____. ​

A) ​cutting fat helps alleviate constipation
B) ​cutting fat helps to slow the development of atherosclerosis
C) ​cutting fat helps reduce the risk of osteoporosis
D) ​cutting fat helps increase lean body mass
E) ​cutting fat helps to improve physical activity

Question 23

Supplements such as glucosamine and _____ may help to alleviate the pain of osteoarthritis, although additional research is needed.​

A) ​watercress
B) ​inositol
C) ​dimethyl sulfoxide
D) ​burdock root
E) ​chondroitin

Question 24

Zinc deficiency leads to what type of physical symptom in older adults?​

A) ​A blunted sense of taste
B) ​Increased gastrointestinal motility and diarrhea
C) ​Ringing in the ears
D) ​Pinpoint rash on the face and neck
E) ​Numbness and tingling in the hands and fingers

Question 25

Severe fat restriction among older adults may lead to _____.​

A) ​nutrient deficiencies
B) ​weight gain
C) ​greater risk of cancer
D) ​dehydration
E) ​muscle injuries

Question 26

An estimated _____% of adults 51 years and older lose the ability to absorb vitamin B12 due to atrophic gastritis.​

A) ​5 to 10
B) ​10 to 30
C) ​15 to 35
D) ​20 to 35
E) ​40 to 50

Question 27

What describes a typical age-related change that is not a sign of Alzheimer's disease? ​

A) ​Becoming suspicious of unfamiliar people
B) ​Needing help recording a television program
C) ​Being unable to retrace steps
D) ​Withdrawing from social activities
E) ​Forgetting where common items should normally be located

Question 28

The best choice for older adults with small energy allowances is to _____.​

A) ​take vitamin-mineral supplements
B) ​select nutrient-dense foods
C) ​consume less food
D) ​control alcohol consumption
E) ​increase fluid intake

Question 29

Protein is especially important for older adults to _____.​

A) ​increase muscle mass
B) ​rebuild aging bones
C) ​support a healthy immune system
D) ​prevent macular degeneration
E) ​improve hormone secretion

Question 30

Older adults face a greater risk of vitamin D deficiency than young people due to _____.​

A) ​poor consumption of meat
B) ​low intake of vegetables
C) ​limited exposure to sunlight
D) ​low intake of fiber
E) ​decreased fluid intake

Question 31

The most important nutrition concern for the person with Alzheimer's disease is _____.​

A) ​being allowed to choose his own foods
B) ​following a strict eating schedule
C) ​maintaining an appropriate body weight
D) ​keeping a regimen of dietary supplements
E) ​knowing when the next meal will be

Question 32

​Intake of what substance has been shown to reduce the risk of progression of macular degeneration among those who already have the disease?

A) ​Vitamin D
B) ​Calcium
C) ​Vitamin E
D) ​Zinc
E) ​Iron

Question 33

An example of a factor that may lead to iron deficiency among older adults is _____. ​

A) ​decreased vitamin A intake
B) ​poor cognition
C) ​lead toxicity
D) ​reduced secretion of stomach acid
E) ​poor intake of dairy products

Question 34

Sarcopenia refers to _____.​

A) ​loss of muscle mass
B) ​a vitamin deficiency
C) ​bone loss
D) ​malnutrition associated with aging
E) ​gradual loss of memory and reasoning ability

Question 35

​The estimated energy requirements for adults decrease steadily after age _____.

A) ​19
B) ​30
C) ​40
D) ​51
E) ​65

Question 36

Adults age 51 to 70 need _____ micrograms of vitamin D daily to prevent bone loss.​

A) ​8
B) ​12
C) ​15
D) ​18
E) ​22

Question 37

An adequate calcium intake throughout life helps protect against _____.​

A) ​liver cancer
B) ​osteoporosis
C) ​diabetes
D) ​cardiovascular disease
E) ​dementia

Question 38

Older women should take in a total of _____ cups of beverages per day to prevent dehydration.​

A) ​4
B) ​6
C) ​9
D) ​13
E) ​15

Question 39

A malnourished older adult would most likely benefit from which source of protein?​

A) ​Lean meat
B) ​A milkshake
C) ​Boiled eggs
D) ​Whole-grain bread
E) ​Cooked legumes

Question 40

Food restriction may extend the life span by preventing _____. ​

A) ​lipid oxidation
B) ​gene expression
C) ​protein accumulation
D) ​insulin reduction
E) ​hormone synthesis

Question 41

Few older adults consume the recommend amount of _____ due to complaints about stomach discomfort.​

A) ​meat
B) ​fruit
C) ​milk
D) ​bread
E) ​vegetables

Question 42

Mrs. Wylie is a 78-year-old Caucasian woman who lives alone in a small, one-story home she and her husband purchased several years ago before he died. She lives on social security income and her deceased husband's corporate pension, and is financially secure. Though she is in relatively good health, she has been having increasing difficulty walking for the past several years, which has been attributed to peripheral vascular disease. She complains of weakness and pain in her legs, and a loss of feeling in her fingers and feet. She also suffers from occasional constipation. She is happiest just doing her activities of daily living, such as preparing breakfast, lunch, and a late-afternoon snack, then relaxing in her living room until it is time for bed. She has a good relationship with her adult children, who have been discussing with her the possibility of hiring a visiting nurse as her mobility declines. Her children take turns visiting on Sundays, when they help with her shopping, laundry, and other tasks, but none live close enough to visit daily, and Mrs. Wylie sometimes goes a week without seeing another person. Lately, Mrs. Wylie has been cutting back on drinking water (or any beverages) to save trips to the bathroom. When mild dehydration was noted at a recent visit to the doctor, Mrs. Wylie told her doctor she would try to drink more often, but she is rarely thirsty. She takes seven different prescription and/or over-the-counter medications daily, including a proton pump inhibitor drug for long-standing GERD, and a calcium supplement with vitamin D.
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Older adults at risk nutritionally, such as Mrs. Wylie, should have their diets assessed at medical appointments for _____. ​

A) ​magnesium and folate
B) ​calcium, iron, and zinc
C) ​vitamins A, E, and C
D) ​sodium and protein
E) ​potassium and chloride

Question 43

An older adult who lives alone but who only has access to larger packages of food can best use food wisely and avoid waste by _____.​

A) ​eating larger quantities of food at each sitting
B) ​inviting a friend for a meal
C) ​shopping at convenience stores
D) ​giving the leftover food to a pet
E) ​decreasing overall food intake

Question 44

Mrs. Wylie is a 78-year-old Caucasian woman who lives alone in a small, one-story home she and her husband purchased several years ago before he died. She lives on social security income and her deceased husband's corporate pension, and is financially secure. Though she is in relatively good health, she has been having increasing difficulty walking for the past several years, which has been attributed to peripheral vascular disease. She complains of weakness and pain in her legs, and a loss of feeling in her fingers and feet. She also suffers from occasional constipation. She is happiest just doing her activities of daily living, such as preparing breakfast, lunch, and a late-afternoon snack, then relaxing in her living room until it is time for bed. She has a good relationship with her adult children, who have been discussing with her the possibility of hiring a visiting nurse as her mobility declines. Her children take turns visiting on Sundays, when they help with her shopping, laundry, and other tasks, but none live close enough to visit daily, and Mrs. Wylie sometimes goes a week without seeing another person. Lately, Mrs. Wylie has been cutting back on drinking water (or any beverages) to save trips to the bathroom. When mild dehydration was noted at a recent visit to the doctor, Mrs. Wylie told her doctor she would try to drink more often, but she is rarely thirsty. She takes seven different prescription and/or over-the-counter medications daily, including a proton pump inhibitor drug for long-standing GERD, and a calcium supplement with vitamin D.
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The DRI committee recommends that adults aged 51 years and older obtain 2.4 micrograms of vitamin B12 daily and that vitamin B12-fortified foods (such as fortified cereals) or supplements be used to meet much of the DRI recommended intake. Mrs. Wylie should be placed on a vitamin B12 supplement because _____. ​

A) ​she is at risk of depression
B) ​she has not been drinking enough water
C) ​she is socially isolated
D) ​she has neurologic symptoms consistent with vitamin B12 deficiency
E) ​she has mobility problems

Question 45

The primary cause of hunger in developed countries is _____.​

A) ​poverty
B) ​war
C) ​mental illness
D) ​politics
E) ​food waste

Question 46

The largest federal food assistance program is _____. ​

A) ​WIC
B) ​SNAP
C) ​WHO
D) ​OAA
E) Meals on Wheels​

Question 47

Martin is a 71-year-old patient who has asked about how he can stay healthy as he gets older. An effective strategy to suggest to Martin might be to _____.​

A) ​drink 4 to 6 glasses of water a day
B) ​avoid extremes in temperature changes
C) ​utilize herbal preparations to control symptoms of aging
D) ​avoid caffeine intake through foods and beverages
E) ​maintain appropriate body weight

Question 48

Characteristics of foods preferred by many older adults include _____.​​

A) ​easy-to-open packages
B) ​multiple-serving packages
C) ​comprehensive labeling
D) ​bright packages with many pictures
E) ​sweet or salty tasting items

Question 49

In order to save money and use food wisely, a single older adult can purchase food items in bulk that have plenty of nutrients and that have a long shelf-life, such as _____.​

A) ​dried apricots
B) ​pretzels
C) ​dried beans
D) ​whole-grain bread
E) ​eggs

Question 50

Mrs. Wylie is a 78-year-old Caucasian woman who lives alone in a small, one-story home she and her husband purchased several years ago before he died. She lives on social security income and her deceased husband's corporate pension, and is financially secure. Though she is in relatively good health, she has been having increasing difficulty walking for the past several years, which has been attributed to peripheral vascular disease. She complains of weakness and pain in her legs, and a loss of feeling in her fingers and feet. She also suffers from occasional constipation. She is happiest just doing her activities of daily living, such as preparing breakfast, lunch, and a late-afternoon snack, then relaxing in her living room until it is time for bed. She has a good relationship with her adult children, who have been discussing with her the possibility of hiring a visiting nurse as her mobility declines. Her children take turns visiting on Sundays, when they help with her shopping, laundry, and other tasks, but none live close enough to visit daily, and Mrs. Wylie sometimes goes a week without seeing another person. Lately, Mrs. Wylie has been cutting back on drinking water (or any beverages) to save trips to the bathroom. When mild dehydration was noted at a recent visit to the doctor, Mrs. Wylie told her doctor she would try to drink more often, but she is rarely thirsty. She takes seven different prescription and/or over-the-counter medications daily, including a proton pump inhibitor drug for long-standing GERD, and a calcium supplement with vitamin D.
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Which statement made by Mrs. Wylie indicates that she will take measures to maintain hydration status?​

A) ​"I will start drinking two cups of coffee in the morning."
B) ​"I will try to drink a measured amount of water, juice, or milk each day."​
C) ​"I will have my hydration status monitored at each medical appointment."
D) ​"I will drink water, juice, or milk each time I am thirsty."
E) ​"I will stop taking my 'water pill' so I don't have to use the bathroom as often."

Question 51

What describes a common risk factor for malnutrition in older adults?​

A) ​persistent diarrhea
B) ​eating disorders
C) ​economic hardship
D) ​residence at an assisted-living community
E) ​care of pets

Question 52

Mrs. Wylie is a 78-year-old Caucasian woman who lives alone in a small, one-story home she and her husband purchased several years ago before he died. She lives on social security income and her deceased husband's corporate pension, and is financially secure. Though she is in relatively good health, she has been having increasing difficulty walking for the past several years, which has been attributed to peripheral vascular disease. She complains of weakness and pain in her legs, and a loss of feeling in her fingers and feet. She also suffers from occasional constipation. She is happiest just doing her activities of daily living, such as preparing breakfast, lunch, and a late-afternoon snack, then relaxing in her living room until it is time for bed. She has a good relationship with her adult children, who have been discussing with her the possibility of hiring a visiting nurse as her mobility declines. Her children take turns visiting on Sundays, when they help with her shopping, laundry, and other tasks, but none live close enough to visit daily, and Mrs. Wylie sometimes goes a week without seeing another person. Lately, Mrs. Wylie has been cutting back on drinking water (or any beverages) to save trips to the bathroom. When mild dehydration was noted at a recent visit to the doctor, Mrs. Wylie told her doctor she would try to drink more often, but she is rarely thirsty. She takes seven different prescription and/or over-the-counter medications daily, including a proton pump inhibitor drug for long-standing GERD, and a calcium supplement with vitamin D.
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The doctor addresses the importance of hydration with Mrs. Wylie. Dehydration can lead to which complication for Mrs. Wylie?​

A) ​Compromised mental status
B) ​Gastric ulcers
C) ​Peripheral edema
D) ​Diarrhea
E) ​Gum disease

Question 53

Approximately _____ households in the United States currently experience marginal food security.​

A) ​2 million
B) ​6 million
C) ​11 million
D) ​15 million
E) ​24 million

Question 54

Which activity is associated with the work of a food recovery program?​

A) ​Collecting unused WIC vouchers
B) ​Picking berries in an already harvested field
C) ​Providing debit cards for participants to purchase healthy food
D) ​Serving balanced meals to large groups in the community
E) ​Planning community gardens for low-income families

Question 55

Mrs. Wylie is a 78-year-old Caucasian woman who lives alone in a small, one-story home she and her husband purchased several years ago before he died. She lives on social security income and her deceased husband's corporate pension, and is financially secure. Though she is in relatively good health, she has been having increasing difficulty walking for the past several years, which has been attributed to peripheral vascular disease. She complains of weakness and pain in her legs, and a loss of feeling in her fingers and feet. She also suffers from occasional constipation. She is happiest just doing her activities of daily living, such as preparing breakfast, lunch, and a late-afternoon snack, then relaxing in her living room until it is time for bed. She has a good relationship with her adult children, who have been discussing with her the possibility of hiring a visiting nurse as her mobility declines. Her children take turns visiting on Sundays, when they help with her shopping, laundry, and other tasks, but none live close enough to visit daily, and Mrs. Wylie sometimes goes a week without seeing another person. Lately, Mrs. Wylie has been cutting back on drinking water (or any beverages) to save trips to the bathroom. When mild dehydration was noted at a recent visit to the doctor, Mrs. Wylie told her doctor she would try to drink more often, but she is rarely thirsty. She takes seven different prescription and/or over-the-counter medications daily, including a proton pump inhibitor drug for long-standing GERD, and a calcium supplement with vitamin D.
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Given the information provided, what describes the greatest risk factor for Mrs. Wylie?​

A) ​ Vitamin D deficiency
B) ​Depression
C) ​Injury
D) ​High blood pressure

Question 56

Which food assistance program would most likely improve the intake of fruits and vegetables among low-income older adults?​

A) ​OAA Nutrition Program
B) ​Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
C) ​Meals on Wheals
D) ​Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
E) ​Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWDs)

Question 57

Which group of older adults is most likely to be poorly nourished?​

A) ​women living with their children in federally-funded housing
B) ​men with limited education
C) ​those who have recently experienced lifestyle changes
D) ​men who live alone
E) ​women who often care for their grandchildren

Question 58

Older adults who live alone are at greater risk of malnourishment because they _____.​

A) ​make poor food choices
B) ​are more likely to be depressed
C) ​consume too little food
D) ​do not have enough money
E) ​cannot prepare food

Question 59

The most common drug that can affect nutrition in older people is _____.​

A) ​alcohol
B) ​laxatives
C) ​antacids
D) ​aspirin
E) ​nicotine

Question 60

Iron status in women generally improves _____.​

A) ​after menopause
B) ​with daily exercise
C) ​as muscle mass decreases
D) ​during perimenopause
E) ​with enough zinc intake

Question 61

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​atrophic gastritis

Question 62

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​ cerebral cortex

Question 63

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​quality of life

Question 64

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​ cataracts

Question 65

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
Alzheimer's disease​

Question 66

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​health care communities

Question 67

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​food insecurity

Question 68

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​ food recovery

Question 69

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​ arthritis

Question 70

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​osteoarthritis

Question 71

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​ life expectancy

Question 72

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​ emergency kitchens

Question 73

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​neurons

Question 74

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​food deserts

Question 75

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
food banks

Question 76

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​ chronological age

Question 77

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​neurofibrillary tangles

Question 78

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​ senile plaques

Question 79

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
senile dementia​

Question 80

​Matching
a. a person's age in years from his or her date of birth
b. ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory
c. urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods
d. ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life
e. inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
f. clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
g. ​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
h. ​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
i. ​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
j. ​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
k. the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
l. snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
m. ​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
n. ​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
o. programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
p. ​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
q. the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
r. ​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
s. chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
t. the structural and functional units of the nervous system
​life span