Marissa has started to recognize that her grandmother seems to be “shrinking” and getting shorter. What intervertebral structure is the primary culprit behind this decrease in stature as people get older?Multiple ChoiceThe anulus fibrosus gets thicker.The anterior longitudinal ligament begins to stretch.The nucleus pulposus loses water content.The ligamentum flavum begins to tear.

The near point of accommodation decreases with age. True False

Cellular and extracellular changes in old age causes change inQuestion 17Select one:a.B & Cb.Lifestylec.Physical appearanced.Decline in function

Select all reasons why the skin usually becomes wrinkled with age.Multiple select question.Less subcutaneous fat is present.Collagen fibers become less cross-linked.Fewer elastic fibers are present.Skin becomes thinner.

Diego’s lack of height gains over the past several months is due to his lack of adequate nutrition. This is known as ____________.Group of answer choicesSubclinical deficiencyScurvyStuntingMarasmus

The normal body composition of children changes during the years from  2-5 years. They lose the fat stores they accumulated as babies in their normal growth trend which results in a leaner body frame. This is reflected in the downward slope of the BMI graph. What other factors contributed to the changes in Diego's BMI? Select all that apply. Group of answer choicesTooth decay could be affecting his intake.Frequent diarrhea could decrease his ability to gain weight.Stunting - lack of age appropriate height gainsEdema - fluid retention