Middle Adulthood Development Quiz

A 50-year-old man says he has trouble telling where sounds are coming from. For example, in a noisy room, he often turns the wrong way when someone calls him. He has no history of ear infections or injuries. A hearing test shows mild hearing loss in both ears, especially for high-pitched sounds.

What is the most likely reason for his difficulty in locating where sounds come from?

• Blockage in the ear canal that stops sound from entering

• Damage to hair cells in the inner ear that help detect sound direction

• A tear in the eardrum that makes sounds unclear

• Pressure imbalance in the ear caused by a blocked tube

A 52-year-old man has recently become very self-conscious about his appearance. He frequently comments on his graying hair, weight gain, and the lines on his face. He avoids being in photos and has stopped going to social events. He says he "doesn't look like himself anymore."

• Cognitive decline associated with aging

• Body dysmorphic disorder unrelated to age

• Normal age-related changes affecting self-concept and physical self-image

• Hearing loss that leads to social withdrawal

Which of the following combinations is most at risk for developing Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)?

• Type B personality + Female

• Type D personality + Female

• Type A personality + Male

• Type B personality + Male

Which of the following best represents the primary causes of cancer?

• Inherited traits, stress, and poor sleep hygiene

• Excessive sugar intake, lack of exercise, and emotional suppression

• Chronic inflammation, bacterial infections, and genetic similarity across generations

• Viral infections, genetic mutations, and exposure to carcinogens

Which of the following best explains why the risk of osteoporosis increases during middle adulthood, particularly in women?

• Calcium absorption in the intestines increases, leading to brittle bones.

• Physical activity increases in middle age, putting excess strain on the skeletal system.

• Hormonal changes, especially reduced estrogen levels, accelerate bone resorption and reduce bone formation

• The body stores too much calcium in the bones, making them dense but fragile

Which of the following is an example of an indirect health-related behavior resulting from stress?

• Elevated blood pressure

• Decreased immune system functioning

• Increased drug use

• Delays in seeking medical care

What is presbyopia?

• Presbyopia is the age-related loss of the eye's ability to focus on far away objects.

• A type of eye surgery for correcting vision.
• A temporary vision problem caused by fatigue.
• Presbyopia is the age-related loss of the eye's ability to focus on nearby objects.

As Riyaan approaches his 40s, he notices that reading small print and finer details has become increasingly difficult. What is this inability called as ?

• Visual Acuity

• Myopia

• Hypermetropia

• Glaucoma

Which of the following statements best describes glaucoma and its underlying mechanism?

• Glaucoma is an age-related clouding of the eye lens that leads to reduced central vision and is treated primarily with dietary supplements.

• Glaucoma involves inflammation of the optic nerve caused by infection, leading to temporary vision loss and commonly treated with antibiotics

• Glaucoma is characterized by increased eye pressure that damages the optic nerve, often progressing silently and leading to irreversible peripheral vision loss

• . .Glaucoma occurs due to excessive retinal detachment caused by eye strain, commonly seen in younger adults, and is reversible with corrective lenses.

An older adult complains of difficulty hearing conversations, especially in noisy environments. They can hear low-pitched sounds but often miss high-pitched voices. Which condition is the most likely cause?

• Presbycusis

• Conductive hearing loss

• Auditory Acuity

• Sound localization