You will have 3 attempts to take the final exam. You will be given three hours.

by Caaltu · May 21, 2024

You will have 3 attempts to take the final exam.
You will be given three hours.

You will have 3 attempts to take the final exam.
You will be given three hours.
All essay answers must have at least one paragraph (minimum of 7 sentences).
Be sure to write responses in complete sentences, clearly and concisely, with minimal grammar and spelling mistakes. Make sure to proofread your responses.
When you respond, you must support your response with evidence mentioned in our class discussions, lecture notes, and chapters from the textbook.
You will be given two multiple-choice Point Giveaway questions at the end.
Question 1 (30 points)
Consider the diverse landscapes of rural, urban, and suburban environments. Explore the distinctive opportunities and challenges that these contexts present for older adults in the realm of gerontology. Discuss the unique features of each setting and discuss how factors such as community resources, social support systems, and access to healthcare contribute to the well-being and quality of life for older individuals.
Question 2 (30 points)
Critically assess the public health responses to the COVID-19 pandemic concerning older populations. Consider the effectiveness of vaccination campaigns, public health messaging, and policy measures to protect older adults. How can professionals contribute to developing more age-inclusive community outreach strategies in the face of future pandemics?
Question 3 (30 points)
Choose one topic that you learned about aging in this course. Imagine you are a professional human service worker asked to write a newspaper column on your chosen subject. Now, you need to write a two-paragraph on that topic. Remember, you are a professional asked to contribute your thoughts to a newspaper. Write a two-paragraph column.
Point giveaway question 1 (5 points)
____________ is the interdisciplinary study of the aging process and the challenges and opportunities associated with growing older.”
Options to choose from: gerontology, geriatrics, psychiatry, human services
Point giveaway question 2 (5 points)
____________ is the term used to describe the number of years a person can expect to live in good health, free from significant disease or disability.
Options to choose from: Childhood, healthy life expectancy, advance directive, bereavement