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Question 1.
"Activities of Daily Living" is a diagnostic category for types of diseases that have a high incidence among older people.
   
 
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Question 2.
A stroke, causing permanent disability and requiring long-term management is considered a chronic condition.
   
 
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Question 3.
Only healthy, active elders benefit from regular exercise.
   
 
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Question 4.
Poor diet has been linked to obesity, cancer and heart disease.
   
 
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Question 5.
Even light alcohol consumption has been shown to lead to poor health in older people.
   
 
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Question 6.
In most surveys, more white elders than ethnic elders describe their health as excellent or good .
   
 
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Question 7.
Heart disease, cancer, and strokes account for over 75% of all deaths among people over age 65.
   
 
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Question 8.
Prevention strategies against osteoporosis include increased intake of calcium and Vitamin D and moderate weight baring exercise.
   
 
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Question 9.
Recent research of HRT has shown increased risk of heart disease, breast cancer and stroke but decreased risk for hip fractures and colorectal cancer.
   
 
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Question 10.
Older diabetics who develop diabetes later in life can often be managed by controlling diet, without the use of medication.
   
 
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