Author Question: The dying child says, When I am dead, will you come visit me? This view of death is most likely that ... (Read 34 times)

kwoodring · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The dying child says, When I am dead, will you come visit me? This view of death is most likely that of what age a child of what age?

a. toddler c. school-age
b. preschool d. adolescent

Question 2

Which of the following changes in functioning of the gastrointestinal tract occurs with aging?

a. increased sensitivity to taste c. increased peristalsis
b. increased saliva pro-duction d. increased likelihood for constipation

k2629 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
The toddler is not aware of death. The preschooler views death as a temporary separation. The school-age child appreciates that death is final and inevitable. Adolescents will tend to deny that death could happen to them.

Answer to Question 2

D
A decreased number of nerve cells that control chewing, swallowing, and taste is associated with aging. Saliva production is decreased and saliva becomes more alkaline. Peristaltic action decreases with a relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. This causes a decreased emptying of the esophagus and stomach. Elimination is often impaired in older patients. Methods to prevent constipation are physical activity and a regular time for toileting.