The leading factor in managing Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for individuals over the age of 85 in postindustrial countries is typically a. A sedentary lifestyle. While diseases, biological changes, and malnutrition can also contribute to difficulties in managing ADLs, a sedentary lifestyle is often a significant factor due to its impact on overall health, physical fitness, and mobility in elderly populations. A lack of physical activity can lead to muscle weakness, diminished endurance, and an increased risk of falls, all of which can significantly affect an older person's ability to perform ADLs.
Difficulty in managing ADLs increases markedly after age 85. Which of the following is a leading factor in postindustrial countries?
a. A sedentary lifestyle
b. Diseases
c. Biological changes
d. Malnutrition
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