State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) Practice Exam

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How is the normal aging process best characterized?

People become dependent and childlike.
Alzheimer's disease begins.
Normal body functions and senses decline.
People are over sixty-five years of age.

The correct answer is: Normal body functions and senses decline.

The normal aging process is best characterized by the gradual decline in normal body functions and senses. As individuals age, it is common for various physiological systems to experience changes that can impact strength, endurance, and sensory abilities such as vision and hearing. This decline is a natural part of aging and varies from person to person; not everyone will experience these changes at the same rate or to the same degree. While some may associate aging with increased dependence or cognitive decline, such as Alzheimer's disease, these scenarios do not represent the normal aging process for everyone. Many older adults maintain independence and cognitive function well into their later years. Additionally, age alone, such as being over sixty-five, does not define what normal aging entails since aging affects individuals differently based on genetics, lifestyle, and health status. The focus on the decline of body functions and senses encompasses a broader understanding of the aging experience.