Which theory of aging states that the occurrence of extreme tension throughout the lifetime causes structural and chemical changes in the body that eventually causes irreversible tissue damage?
a. collagen theory c. programmed aging
b. immunity theory d. stress theory
D
The stress theory states stress throughout the lifetime causes structural and chemical changes in the body. These changes eventually cause irreversible tissue damage.
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1. objective 2. subjective 3. primary 4. assessment
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