Maria is a 65-year-old woman who has difficulty managing simple everyday tasks because of the painful swelling of the joints in her hands.Maria is likely diagnosed with

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Maria's symptoms of painful swelling of joints in her hands are indicative of arthritis, a common disease among older adults that causes inflammation in the joints, leading to pain and decreased mobility. High blood pressure (B) and hypertension (D) can cause other health problems such as heart disease, but do not have the same symptoms as arthritis. Alzheimer's disease (C) is a neurological disorder that affects memory and cognitive function, and does not present with joint pain.

Maria Is a 65-Year-Old Woman Who Has Difficulty Managing Simple