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NR 601 Midterm Exam Study Guide November 2020/ Score An A.

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NR 601 Midterm Exam Study Guide November 2020 Developmental Changes  Replicative senescence: theory states that cells can replicate or divide a specific number of times. o This ability decreas ... es with age  Oxidative damage: Is the cumulative result of the aerobic metabolism, which generates chemicals called free radicals o Free radicals may interact with other chemicals in the body and cause damage to cells  Telomere shortening theory that links aging to a reduction in cell division  Weakening of the immune response: Leaves older adults more vulnerable to infection and debilitating diseases [Show More]

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