The Developing Person Through the Life Span, Ninth Edition by Kathleen Stassen Berger Clicker Question Presentation Slides Chapter 20 Critical Thinking Questions created by Jason S. Spiegelman, The Community College of Baltimore County

developmental bidirectionality. geriatric plasticity. Jim is in his 60s and has started experiencing a gradual decline in his physical health. This is referred to as: terminal drop. senescence. developmental bidirectionality. geriatric plasticity. Answer B

Loretta has been diagnosed with presbycusis Loretta has been diagnosed with presbycusis. To compensate for this condition, she should probably consider: getting a hearing aid. getting corrective eyeglasses. using a cane or a wheelchair. starting a water aerobics class. Answer A

Lizette and her husband had her ova fertilized with his sperm in a laboratory and then implanted in her uterus. What form of assisted reproductive technology is this? gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT) zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT) amniocentesis in vitro fertilization (IVF) Answer D

Which of the following medical conditions has NOT been shown to be reduced by the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT)? osteoporosis senility heart disease stroke Answer D

What percentage of adults in the United States are morbidly obese? Answer A 6

Critical Thinking Questions

Lauren wants to know why her son Caden is overweight Lauren wants to know why her son Caden is overweight. Based on the research, she should carefully consider all EXCEPT which of the following? the attitudes that she and her husband have about eating and food the contributions of genes to Caden’s physical processes the influence of Caden’s friends on what he eats the times of day when Caden eats that are not conducive to digestion Answer D

Which of the following symptoms was reported least frequently by survivors of Hurricane Katrina in the 30 days after it occurred? nightmares upsetting thoughts increased startle responses irritability or anger Answer A

vitality. disability. morbidity. mortality. Difficulty in performing one or more of the normal activities of daily life that is caused by physical, mental, or emotional conditions is called: vitality. disability. morbidity. mortality. Answer B