CHAPTER 25 The Elderly

CHAPTER 25 The Elderly

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

TRUE/FALSE

1. Since 1960, the number of people aged 85 and older has risen at a higher percentage than those who are over 65.

ANS:  T                    PTS:   1

2. The majority of people over age 65 are ill and disabled.

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1

3. The life experience of those aged 65 is very much like that of those aged 85 and older.

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1

4. Approximately one in four adults will spend some time as a resident in a nursing home during their lives.

ANS:  T                    PTS:   1

5. Less than 5 percent of the older population is hospitalized at any given time.

ANS:  T                    PTS:   1