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____________ may be defined as this combination of an individual's functional health, feelings of competence, independence in ADLs, and satisfaction with one's social circumstances.
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A (n)_____ is a short-term disease or infection, often debilitating to older persons.
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The most common chronic condition among persons age 65 and over is _____.
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Older African Americans have a disproportionately higher incidence of _____
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The major cause of death among people age 65 and older is _____.
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The major risk factor for cardiovascular disease is _____.
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The progression from HIV to AIDS is _______ among older people than younger people.
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The risk of death due to trauma (i.e. physical injuries) in 80 year olds is _____ the rate in 20 year olds.
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For women entering menopause, _____ is the primary cause of bone loss.
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_____ is a chronic inflammation of the membranes lining joints and tendons, characterized by pain, swelling, bone dislocation and limited range of motion.
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