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Get faster at matching terms Terms in this set (14)Mortuary care includes which of the following? Care of the body after death, as well as emotional and ceremonial needs How is the urinary system affected by the normal aging process? Loss of muscle control can lead to incontinence A terminally ill patient has finally stopped raging at everyone around her. She is now quiet and withdrawn. What should you do? Let her know that it's okay to be sad and ask her if she wants to talk about it. How is the reproductive system affected by aging? Sexual dysfunction increases in both sexes What is a terminal illness? Incurable disease that results in death How does aging affect the nervous system? Neurons die at an increased rate In which stage of grief will a person reject the idea that they are dying, or insist that the doctor has made a mistake? Denial How is the cardiovascular system affected by aging? Fibrous tissue replaces muscle tissue How does aging affect the integumentary system? Subcutaneous fat increases Increased ability for the body to respond to heat and cold Decreased sensitivity to UV rays Skin loses elasticity Skin loses elasticity Muscle atrophy can cause which of the following? Decrease in strength What causes the increased rates of constipation and diverticulosis seen in older adults? Decrease in peristalsis In which stage of grief will people become hostile and attempt to lay blame for their illness on themselves or others? Anger Which of the following describes the theory of aging that involves free radicals? The body absorbs free radicals from the environment Free radicals form because of poor nutrition over a long period of time Free radicals damage cells Free radicals support cell replacement Free radicals damage cells What is gerontology? The study of aging Sets with similar termsAging and Death Quiz14 terms jewelmiller A&P Exam 1 Practice Test Questions47 terms christina_spencer8 Biological Theories of Aging37 terms kbrook42 Review Cht.#1468 terms kelliejensen17 Sets found in the same folderPrenatal and Neonatal18 terms Coco_Smiely Bloodborne Pathogens Standard Quiz18 terms jewelmiller Childhood unit14 terms Coco_Smiely Childhood14 terms Hannah_Stipe Other sets by this creatorChapter 10:2 physical Changes of aging10 terms Coco_Smiely Chapter 10:3 Psychosocial Changes of Aging12 terms Coco_Smiely Chapter 10:4 Confusion and Disorientation In The E…26 terms Coco_Smiely Chapter 10:5 Meeting the Needs of The Elderly7 terms Coco_Smiely Other Quizlet setsCase Studies21 terms hannah_asper9PLUS Psychology Final Ch. 13-1526 terms softballfun7 Micro Exam 440 terms KiraNeko813 Related questionsQUESTION What happens to the costal cartilage in older adults? 15 answers QUESTION What are some signs and symptoms of insomnia? 7 answers QUESTION What are the modifiable risk factors of HTN? (7) 7 answers QUESTION What is the life expectancy of women? 15 answers Which is the first of the stages of dying or coping with death?The five stages of dying are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.
Which behavior is typical for a dying person in the acceptance stage?Typically, acceptance is viewed as being ready to move forward with the process of preparing for death. Patients may feel sadness, anger, or confusion. They are experiencing the pain of loss. The task is completed as the patient begins to feel "normal" again.
Which of the following describes the theory of aging that involves free radical?The free radical theory of aging posits that aging is caused by accumulation of damage inflicted by reactive oxygen species (ROS). Although this concept has been very useful in defining the contribution of oxidative damage to the aging process, an increasing number of studies contradict it.
How does the fading affect bias work to influence the way in which surviving individuals perceive death?One coping mechanism that can help smooth out this conflict is called the fading affect bias. Based on a collection of similar findings, the fading affect bias suggests that negative events, such as the death of a loved one, tend to lose their emotional intensity at a faster rate than pleasant events.
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