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SAMONWAN KAEWBOONREUNG
on Dec 04, 2024
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Which group makes up the largest group of older adults?
A) "young-old"
B) "old-old"
C) "oldest-old"
D) centenarians
Older Adults
Individuals who are generally considered to be in the later stages of life, often defined as 65 years old and above.
Young-old
Refers to individuals who are considered senior citizens, often aged 65 to 74, distinguishing them from those in older age groups.
- Describe the classification of the elderly into groups (young-old, old-old, and oldest-old) along with their distinct features.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the classification of the elderly into groups (young-old, old-old, and oldest-old) along with their distinct features.