An 89-year-old adult is dismayed that his primary care provider referred him for a driving evaluation because he experiences vision problems and slower reaction time. Which of the following concepts is illustrated in this example?
A) Risk factors
B) Age-related changes
C) Positive functional consequences
D) Wellness outcomes
Ans: B
Changes in vision and response time are considered to be age-related changes. These are not necessarily risk factors and they would not be considered positive functional consequences or wellness outcomes.
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