Planning for an Aging Population

What percent of people in the US will be 65+ by 2050?

• 5%

• 10%

• 20%

• 40%

Aging comes with changes to public vision

• True

• False

An aging population comes with

• Delayed reaction times

• Delayed muscle strength and endurance

• Cognitive impairment/ dementia

• All of the above

Mortalities in the US caused by unintentional injuries (ages 65+) are around

• 5,000-10,000

• 55,000-65,000

• 30,000-40,000

• 80,000-95,000

Home environment changes (combined with other fall reduction interventions) have proven to be successful to prevent death for 65+ adults.

• True

• False

What is the 8th leading cause of death in 65+ adults?

• Cancer

• Heart Disease

• Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)

• Injury deaths (mostly falls)

The average walking speed of a 65-80 year old is

• 3 km/hr

• 4.8 km/hr

1 in 10 seniors who live in cities rely on public transportation

• True

• False