For each, describe how the pressure gradient might be altered,how this would affect the movement of the fluid, and what thephysiological outcome would be.
1. blood movement in heart
2. CSF in brain
3. In lungs (oxygen)
For each, describe how the pressure gradient might be altered,how this would affect the movement of the fluid, and what thephysiological outcome would be.
1. blood movement in heart
2. CSF in brain
3. In lungs (oxygen)
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| loss of interest in interaction with other | |
| changes one has in the interaction with others | |
| increase in interest in interacting with others |
22. What are the way(s) that vision in the olderadult can be improved?
| Magnifying glass | |
| Decrease light | |
| Increase glare | |
| Decrease contrast |
23. An exercise program for the healthy older adultshould follow which of the following?
| Exercises should be performed once a week | |
| Exercises must be performed daily for a minimum of 50minutes | |
| Exercise programs must be vigorous, extended and frequent | |
| Exercise programs should only focus on range of motion andstretching |
24. "Remembering specific facts that a person triedto learn so they could be remembered" is the definition for whichtype of memory?
| episodic | |
| explicit | |
| short-term | |
| procedural |
25. Aging has the least effect onwhich respiratory function?
| Perfusion | |
| Ventilation | |
| Diffusion |
26. What is homeostasis?
| term used to imply normal aging | |
| having proper and fairly stable conditions | |
| having consistent rest/sleep | |
| condition where blood is not flowing freely |
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| wear tight pants | |
| remain inactive | |
| standing for extended periods | |
| wear special hosiery |
28. Which is true in regards to chronologicalaging?
| it can't be altered by the other types of aging | |
| the other types of aging can effectively increase or decreaseit |
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| decrease in the electrical output from the heart | |
| inflammation of the heart muscles and veins | |
| decrease in blood supply to coronary arteries | |
| increase in pressure against the heart valves |
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| movement of blood through the pulmonary vessels | |
| absorption of carbon dioxide from the blood into the lungs | |
| movement of blood into the alveolar sacs |
