OTP 542 - EXAM 1 (Weeks 1-5) Questions with Complete Solutions

According to the CDC what is the current life expectancy? Correct Answer-76 years 1/3 of adults 65+ have at least Correct Answer-one disability Successful Aging Correct Answer-supporting older adults to remain functional and active Historical perspectives on aging Correct Answer-- definition of old age has changed over the years - differences in longevity and perspective - cohort characteristics Influences Impacting Later Life Correct Answer-- physical environment: place of residence, neighborhood characteristics - sociocultural environment: cultural factors, public policy - individual characteristics and experiences: factors affecting the experience of aging Biological theories of aging Correct Answer-Helps to explain aging at the organism, molecular, and cellular level. - ICF emphasis on bo