Ageing & Functions of the Skin Flashcards
1
Q
The structural level that ageing take place
A
cellular level
2
Q
Physical changes due to ageing
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- Less strength and endurance.
- Five senses slowly weaken.
- Bones become brittle, stiff and weak.
- Mobility is weakened.
3
Q
Mental changes due to ageing
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- Dementia (De –mind) : loss in cognitive ability
- Alzheimer’s disease.
4
Q
Sociological changes due to ageing
A
- Loss of spouse.
- Mandatory retirement.
- Lack of involvement in community activities.
- Loss of role identification.
- Loneliness.
5
Q
Maximum lifespan
A
It is the maximum number of years, a member of the species has been known to survive.
6
Q
Life expectancy
A
It is the age at which half the population still survives.
7
Q
With advancing age, the nucleus of cell
A
shrinks
8
Q
Causes of ageing
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- Aging is a by-product of normal metabolism.
- Oxidative Damage.
9
Q
Premature ageing is called
A
Progeria
