Which balance or sensory problem is mentioned among older adult concerns?

• A. Memory loss
• B. Hypertension
• C. Vertigo
• D. Diabetes

Answer: (C)

Vertigo directly reflects a disruption in the vestibular system that governs balance and spatial orientation. In older adults, vertigo is often due to inner-ear issues like Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo or other vestibular degenerations, leading to dizziness and near-falls or actual falls. This makes it a clear balance or sensory concern, which is a common safety focus in geriatric care.

Memory loss is a cognitive issue, not primarily about balance or sensory input. Hypertension is a cardiovascular condition related to blood pressure, and diabetes is a metabolic disease; while each can affect overall health, they don’t constitute a balance or sensory complaint.