chapter 18: aging populations in rural united states

Question 1

what are some developmental changes that occurs as we grow older?

Answer 1

physically, cognitively, socioemotionally

weakened muscles and bones, changed weight, slowed cognitive functioning, diminished immune response, limited sensory ability

Question 2

what is the official numerical age of anyone who is considered to be an “older adult”?

Answer 2

age 65+

Question 3

_____ are at higher risk for hearing impairments

Answer 3

men

Question 4

what percentage of adults 65+ are legally blind?

Answer 4

6.6%

Question 5

what is the percentage of older adults in the united states?

Answer 5

17.3% (or 15% based on the textbook)

Question 6

what are the contributing factors to rural-urban disparities in late life?

Answer 6

people are less likely to participate in preventive health services, limited transportation, social isolation, lack of quality health care, financial difficulties

Question 7

aging in place

Answer 7

practice of maintaining residential continuity as one ages

Question 8

what are some characteristics or behaviors that are associated with aging in place?

Answer 8

living in current housing and communities; continuity of friends, networks, and healthcare providers (familiar environment structurally and socially)

an antidote to social isolation

Question 9

what is the estimated percentage that informal family members provide long-term care needs?

Answer 9

80-90%

Question 10

what are the common stereotypes associated with ageism?

Answer 10

memory loss, incontinence, baldness, wrinkles, sagging breasts, slow and less able to learn

old is bad

ordinary forgetfulness is referred to as “a senior moment”