Physical Development In Later Adulthood

Question 1

Definition of life expectancy

Answer 1

An estimate of the number of years, on average that a prism can expect to live. Also called longevity

Question 2

Effects of ageing

Answer 2

Less elasticity in the skin
Decline in strength
Loss of shrinkage of nerve cells and slowing movements are responses
Loss of muscle
Loss of stamina
Less mobility in the large muscle in arms, legs and torso ( gross motor skills) and dexterity (fine motor skills)
Increased likelihood of injuries caused by falls
Higher susceptibility to infection/ disease
Thinning of hair on the head and pubic areas
Reduction in healing and vision
Decline in the performance of organs

Question 3

Height loss

Answer 3

Caused by changes in the posture and compression of the spinal disc and joints makes them lose up to 5cm

Question 4

Cognitive impairment

Answer 4

When a person has trouble remembering, learning, new skills, concentrating or mains decisions that affect everyday life.

Ageing affects the intellectual ability of memory, recall and speed of thinking