In what ways might people who have a fear of falling alter their lifestyle? (Select all that apply.)
a. Restrict physical activities
b. Restrict social activities
c. Become more dependent
d. Have increased need for residency in a long-term care facility
e. Become depressed
A, B, C, D
Restricting physical and social activities, becoming more dependent, and having an increased need for residency in a long-term-care facility all have to do with an altered lifestyle. The devel-opment of depression is not a lifestyle alteration but may be a result of the lifestyle change.
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