Mod 1

Question 1

Define chronological age

Answer 1

Based on the years a person has lived, no significance in health

Question 2

Define biological age

Answer 2

Someone’s actual age and refers to changes in the body that occur during aging

Question 3

Define psychological age

Answer 3

Based on how people feel and act

Question 4

What ages define older?
What ages define elderly?
What ages define aged?
What ages define extremely aged?

Answer 4

55-64
65-74
75-84
85 and older

Question 5

Define geriatrics

Answer 5

Branch of medicine that cares for elders

Question 6

Define gerontology

Answer 6

Study of old people and the process of aging

Question 7

What are 3 key factors of healthy aging?

Answer 7

1. Low risk of disease and disability
2. High mental and physical function
3. Active engagement in life