Physical and psychological change of ages

Question 1

Why is lack of exercise known as the silent killer?

Answer 1

It is good for mental health, builds muscle, and improves mobility. Therefore lack of it can cause fatty deposits and movement issues.

Question 2

What is the recommended limit for alcohol consumption per week?

Answer 2

14 units per week.

Question 3

What are the health risks associated with binge drinking?

Answer 3

It can lead to heart disease, bowel cancer, and liver disease.

Question 4

How does tobacco affect children?

Answer 4

It causes passive smoking risks and affects unborn children. It can also cause asthma, slowed lung growth, wheezing, shortness of breath, ear infections, slows brain development

Question 5

What are the risks of tobacco use?

Answer 5

It increases the risk of lung cancer, coronary heart disease, and strokes.

Question 6

What are the classes of substance misuse?

Answer 6

Classes A and C.

Question 7

What are the mental health effects of cannabis?

Answer 7

It has calming effects but can lead to mental health problems and affects brain function.

Question 8

What are the risks associated with cocaine use?

Answer 8

It overstimulates the heart, leading to heart attacks, strokes, and depression, and can result in overdose.

Question 9

What is cardiovascular disease?

Answer 9

It is a disease of the heart and blood vessels that increases with age.

Question 10

What are the causes and symptoms of cardiovascular disease?

Answer 10

High blood pressure, smoking, lack of exercise, possible heart attacks, and strokes.

Question 11

What is the biggest killer in Britain?

Answer 11

Cardiovascular disease.

Question 12

How does aging affect nervous tissue?

Answer 12

It can lead to a decline in short-term memory around age 50 and vocabulary around age 70.

Question 13

What is osteoarthritis?

Answer 13

A degenerative disease causing wear and tear on the joints, common in the UK.

Question 14

What are the symptoms of osteoarthritis?

Answer 14

Stiff and painful joints, especially in hips, knees, neck, lower back, hands, or feet.

Question 15

How does aging affect eyesight?

Answer 15

Sight begins to weaken around age 45-50, making focusing more difficult.

Question 16

What are cataracts?

Answer 16

A hard film that covers the eye, a change in the lens of the eyes, common in those over 75.

Question 17

What is glaucoma?

Answer 17

A condition where fluid builds up in the eyes, causing blurred vision or eye pain.

Question 18

How does aging affect hearing?

Answer 18

Hearing depletes due to a buildup of wax and a decrease in nerve cells in the ear.

Question 19

How does nutrient absorption change with age?

Answer 19

It becomes less efficient, leading to potential malnourishment despite a normal diet.

Question 20

What supplements may be needed for the elderly?

Answer 20

Calcium and vitamin D to prevent osteoporosis.

Question 21

How is vitamin D obtained?

Answer 21

It is obtained from sunlight, which the elderly may lack due to staying indoors.

Question 22

What can dehydration lead to in the elderly?

Answer 22

It can result in hospitalization.

Question 23

What are common effects of aging?

Answer 23

Depression, low mood, low energy, interrupted sleep, and lack of motivation.

Question 24

What psychological effects can aging have?

Answer 24

Fixation on death, loss of self-worth, and social withdrawal.

Question 25

What is incontinence?

Answer 25

Bladder weakness that can cause embarrassment.

Question 26

What is dementia?

Answer 26

A decline in cognitive function affecting daily life.

Question 27

What is vascular Alzheimer’s?

Answer 27

A type of dementia caused by reduced blood flow to the brain.