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jCorn1234

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse keeps the environment warmer for older adults because they are more sensitive to cold because of the age-related changes in their:
 
  a. metabolism rate.
  b. subcutaneous tissue.
  c. musculoskeletal system.
  d. peripheral vascular system.

Question 2

The 80-year-old who teaches Sunday school every week and delivers food for Meals on Wheels is following the theory of:
 
  a. Newman's developmental theory.
  b. life course theory.
  c. activity theory.
  d. disengagement theory.


mcinincha279

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


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