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skymedlock

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Which physiological change(s) explain why the older adult is at greater surgical risk? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Fewer physiologic reserves
  b. Greater probability of a chronic illness
  c. Greater vulnerability to fluid loss
  d. Less tolerance for pain
  e. Less psychological stamina

Question 2

How does long-term alcohol abuse lead to alteration in the immune system?
 
  a. It alters the effectiveness of antibodies.
  b. It stimulates autoimmune activity.
  c. It impairs the ability of B lymphocytes to produce antibodies.
  d. It shortens the life of circulating antibo-dies.


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zhanghao

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

A, B, C
The older adult does have less physiologic reserves, more probability for a chronic illness, and more vulnerability to fluid loss. There is no indication that the older adult has less tolerance for pain or less psychological stamina.

Answer to Question 2

C
Alcohol impairs the ability of B lymphocytes to produce antibodies.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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