Name *

Which Branch Office of Heartland PCA do you work for? *

The progressive loss of bone that often accompanies aging is called: *

Aging skin can lead to a deficiency in what vitamin? *

Older people take longer to recover after stress or physical exertion? *

What can you do to reduce the natural decline of the kidneys that occurs with age? *

A lower metabolic rate (BMR) & menopause help contribute to weight gain as we age *

As we age, it gets harder to clear germs from our lungs due to: *

Aspiration is a common cause of pneumonia in older adults *

Hearing loss is one of the most common complaints of getting older *

A younger sedentary person will have better aerobic capacity than an active adult. *

Why do most older people have a decreased sense of taste? *

Dementia is the 7th leading cause of death in the US. *

Common signs of depression in the elderly are: *

Incontinence is a normal part of aging. *

Physical frailty & disability increase with age *

Frailty includes: *

Proper eating & nutrition are directly related to health issues & certain medial conditions. *

Some important considerations concerning money management are: *

Driver safety is an important issue that should be addressed with all seniors. *

Housing can be an issue later in life due to: *

Assistance with ADL’s and IADL’s can greatly improve overall health & well-being of the elderly and disabled. *