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TFauchery

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Which physiological differences explain why the older adult is prone to hypothermia? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Decreasing appetite with less food intake
  b. Increasing subcutaneous fat
  c. Decreasing metabolism
  d. Increased likelihood of atherosclerosis
  e. Decreasing activity level

Question 2

The home health nurse in Wyoming gives instruction to an 80-year-old patient in the prevention of hypothermia. Which information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Wear multiple layers of clothing.
  b. Wear a loose-fitting hat.
  c. Move about briskly.
  d. Drink warm fluids from a thermos.
  e. Wear gloves and earmuffs.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A, C, D, E
The older adult is prone to hypothermia because of less food intake, lower metabolism, possibility of atherosclerosis, decreased activity level, and less subcutaneous fat.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, D, E
The patient should wear multiple layers of clothing, move about briskly, drink warm fluids, and wear ear and hand protection. The patient should also wear a hat, but it should fit snugly.


TFauchery

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Gracias!

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