238 Answers to quick quiz 1 Marginal costing is an alternative method of costing to absorption costing. In marginal costing, only variable costs are charged as a cost of sale and a contribution is calculated (sales revenue â variable cost of sales).
The elderly are an at-risk population because they have increased risk for adverse health outcomes, a need for health services, and unique social circumstances. Risks for common diseases increase over the life span, and other diseases are linked specifically to old age.
Risks are higher for: 1  people 40 years of age and older. 2  women. 3  people with diabetes. 4  people with thyroid problems. 5  people experiencing hormonal changes (more likely during menopause) 6  people who have had open-heart surgery. 7  people with cervical disk disease of the neck.