Chapter 4 Flashcards
Pauline is middle aged. Her greatest health concern would be
Arthritis
Which of the following dishes is characterized by muscle tremors, slowing of movement, and partial face paralysis
Parkinson’s disease
The American academy of pens section on breastfeeding strongly recommends exclusive breastfeeding until the infant is
6 months old
Which of the following statements about chronic disorders is not correct?
They are RARE in LATE adulthood
People suffering from ED use food and their weight as a means of
Control
Pulmonary problems, hypertension’s, and T2D are common consequences of childhood:
Obesity
Sandra is infected with HIV and she has just given birth. Should she breastfeed?
No. A mother with HIV can pass the virus to her baby through breast milk
In addition to aerobic activity and stretching, gerontologist recommend _________ to older adults
Strength training
What is the leading cause of death in the US adults ages 65-74?
Cancer
Ross is at a higher risk of becoming a regular tobacco smoker if he uses:
E cigs
The ED that involves the relentless pursuit of thinness through starvation is called
Anorexia
Fewer children are overweight in middle and late childhood than in early childhood T/F
FALSE
To treat obesity in children, experts recommend all of the following except
Surgery
Marcs exercise program helps him burn over 2000 calories each week. By doing this he is likely:
Increasing his life expectancy by about 50%
The global term for a neurological disorder in which the primary symptoms is deterioration of mental functioning is:
Dementia
