All of the following factors contribute to making older adults susceptible to falls EXCEPT

A) slower reflexes.
B) decreased muscle strength.
C) carelessness.
D) loss of eyesight and depth perception.

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All of the following factors contribute to making older adults susceptible to falls EXCEPTA)  slower reflexes.B)  decreased muscle strength.C)  carelessness.D)  loss of eyesight and depth perception.

Kennedi Janayé · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Carelessness is not necessarily a natural age-related factor that makes older adults more susceptible to falls. Slower reflexes, decreased muscle strength, and loss of eyesight and depth perception are all common age-related factors that can contribute to falls.

All of the following factors contribute to making older adults susceptible to falls EXCEPT

A) slower reflexes.
B) decreased muscle strength.
C) carelessness.
D) loss of eyesight and depth perception.

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