Match each term with its definition or description.
-Degenerative joint disease
A)Parturition
B)Neonatal period
C)Senescence
D)Osteoarthritis
E)Atherosclerosis
F)Arteriosclerosis
G)Hypertension
H)Presbyopia
I)Cataract
J)Glaucoma

Question

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Degenerative joint disease is another term for osteoarthritis.

Answer: A
 Parturition refers to the process of giving birth.

Answer: B
 The neonatal period is the first month of life after birth.

Answer: C
 Senescence refers to the process of aging.

Answer: D
 Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease.

Answer: E
 Atherosclerosis is a condition where the arteries become clogged with plaque, which can lead to heart disease.

Answer: F
 Arteriosclerosis is a general term for the hardening and thickening of the arteries.

Answer: G
 Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition where the force of blood against the walls of the arteries is too high.

Answer: H
 Presbyopia is a condition that occurs with aging where the lens of the eye becomes less flexible, leading to difficulty seeing objects up close.

Answer: I
 A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that affects vision.

Answer: J
 Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision loss.

Match Each Term with Its Definition or Description