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Sportsfan2111

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Which of the following problems is the most likely physical cause of an elderly client's altered cognition?
 
  A) Hypothyroidism
  B) Hyperthyroidism
  C) Hypopituitarism
  D) Hyperparathyroidism

Question 2

An elderly male client who has been smoking a pipe and cigar for more than 30 years develops chronic hoarseness. The nurse practitioner suspects which alteration in cognitive function?
 
  A) Memory
  B) Thinking
  C) Communication
  D) Muscular dysfunction


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sarajane1989

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C


Sportsfan2111

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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