Physical effects of Ageing

Question 1

What is Osteoarthritis?

Answer 1

A degenerative disease, a result of tear and wear and the aging process. It cause the joints to become painful and stff.

Question 2

What happens to our senses when we age?

Answer 2

• Balance become impaired
• Hearing and vision deteriorate
• Smell diminishes

Question 3

Changes at the age of 50:

Answer 3

• Turn up the sound
• Add more salt and pepper
• Wear stronger magnification

Question 4

What should older peoples diet consist of?

Answer 4

-Protein rich food
-More vitamins
-More minerals

Question 5

What problems can older people have with nutrition?

Answer 5

Absorbtion of food becomes less efficient that means they can suffer from malnutrition even if they eat a healthy diet.

Question 6

GIPhysical Effects of Depression:

Answer 6

• Difficulty falling or staying asleep, oversleeping or daytime sleeping.
• Increased use of alcohol or other drugs.
• Weight loss or loss of appetite
• Fatigue
• Giving up or losing interest in hobbies and other pastimes

Question 7

Physical Effects of Depression:

Answer 7

• Difficulty falling or staying asleep, oversleeping or daytime sleeping.
• Increased use of alcohol or other drugs.
• Weight loss or loss of appetite
• Fatigue
• Giving up or losing interest in hobbies and other pastimes