PSU BBH 101 Exam 3 questions and verified correct answers

Non-modifiable risk factors - correct answer Age Sex Race Family history In many studies, must be controlled Statistical control: allows for the removal of variables influence Age - correct answer Main risk factor for major diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, etc. About 2/3 of all deaths worldwide This proportion is much higher in industrialized nations due to disease preventions causing them to live longer "programmed" aspect of aging - correct answer we are designed to only last a certain amount of time Example: telomeres: cell divisions in chromosomes accumulated damage aspects of aging - correct answer DNA damage, build-up of waste products, damage due to free radical production Sex - correct answer Reasons for disparities are often unclear and vary depending on condition Example: Males have a slightly higher risk of developing and dying from cancer than females because hormonal levels, women are more likely to go to the doctors than men Race - correct answer There are disparities among this for many conditions Reasons are not clear nor consistent May involve genetic factors, cultural differences, differences in socioeconomic status, etc.