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TF There is projected to be a higher minority elderly True
population (over 65) by 2060
Common Chronic Conditions for Adults 65+ 1. HTN
2. High cholesterol
3. Obesity
4. Arthritis
5. Ischemic Heart disease
6. Diabetes
7. CKD
8. HF
9. Depression
10. Alzheimer's/Dementia
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Common causes of death for Adults 65+ 1. Heart disease
2. Malignant Neoplasms
3. Unintentional injuries
4. Stroke
5. Chronic lower respiratory disease
6. Alzheimer's
7. Diabetes
8. CKD
9. Chronic liver disease/Cirrhosis
10. Nephritis/Nephrosis
Characteristics of aging 1. ↑ mortality after maturation
2. Changes in chemical composition of the body
3. Progressive deteriorative changes
4. ↓ ability to maintain homeostatic balance
5. Vulnerability to diseases
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