Changes that reduce the efficiency of organ systems refers to a. chronological aging b. biological aging c. psychological aging d. social aging

The following are changes in the nervous system of the aged except:Question 20Select one:a.The autonomic nervous system performs effectivelyb.Loss of nerve cells contribute to a progressive loss of brain massc.There is reduction in the synthesis and metabolism of the major neurotransmittersd.Reduction in cerebral flow.

Changes of aging in __________ are twice as rapid for men as for women.Group of answer choiceshearingvisionthe muscular systemthe cardiovascular system

____ is the inevitable biological ageing that takes place in all members of the human species, as it takes place in all living organisms, whereas ____ is the decline in physical functioning that takes place due to lifestyle behaviours such as unhealthy diet, insufficient exercise and substance use, as well as environmental influences such as pollution.Group of answer choicesPrimary ageing; secondary ageingSecondary ageing; primary ageingVertical ageing; tertiary ageingTertiary ageing; vertical ageing

Select the typical effects of aging on the cardiovascular system.Multiple select question.Heart tends to become smaller each decadeDecreased maximum heart rateGradual decrease in blood pressureHeart valves become less flexibleMore atherosclerosis of heart vessels

Select all that applyIndicate four changes that take place in the respiratory system of the elderly.Multiple select question.Number of ciliated epithelial cells increases.Coughing reflexes slow down.Macrophages are less efficient.Pleural fluid becomes thinner.Mucus becomes thicker.Number of alveoli decreases.