Facts

Question 1

the maximum life expectancy is:

Answer 1

80 to 100 years

Question 2

examples of degenerative extracellular changes:

Answer 2

collagen binding
free radical increase
alteration of tendons, ligaments, bones and joints
development of peripheral vascular disease (particularly arteriosclerosis)

Question 3

examples of cellular aging:

Answer 3

atrophy
decreased function
loss of cells possibly by apoptosis

Question 4

examples of tissue and systemic aging:

Answer 4

progressive stiffness or rigidity
peripheral resistance to blood flow
sarcopenia (loss of muscle mass and strength)
increase weight

Question 5

things affected by frailty:

Answer 5

mobility, balance, muscle strength, motor activity, cognition, nutrition, endurance, falls, fractures, and bone density