Quiz #2 Flashcards
what is the number one cause of death for emerging adults?
accidents
as people age, changes can occur from external factors such as infections. this phenomenon is known as _________ aging
secondary
what type of health condition increases with age?
chronic
what is the key physical change that leads to cardiovascular disease?
build up of plaque in the coronary arteries
what is the top cancer killer among adults over age 60?
lung
what type of mental disorder involves fear and dread when there is not threat?
anxiety
what are the two biggest common risk factors for age-related disease?
obesity and sedentary lifestyle
what is a key difference between the cause of death between emerging adult sand middle-aged and older adults?
emerging adults are more likely to die from accidents, while middle-aged and older adults are more likely to die from cancer
what is an example of the most common cause of death among young adults?
Anders dies in a freeway crash
what is an example of an ADL?
using the bathroom
stan works as a college professor and recently retired. Marcus worked as a plumber and also recently retired. What is likely to be true about Stan compared to Marcus?
Stan will have fewer disabilities than Marcus because he was in a less strenuous job
william is 46, obese, has a sedentary lifestyle, and high cholesteral, but has never smoked. For which disease is he likely a candidate?
diabetes
Kelly has been feeling exhausted for the past few months. she has lost weight and has little interest in any activities. these symptoms are examples of which mental disorder?
depression
what is a key health difference between men and women?
women live longer than men, but have more chronic diseases
according to the World Health Organization, which is the leading cause of disability in the world?
depression
