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SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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Which of the following is TRUE regarding the elderly?
 
  A) A decrease in estrogen leads to increased cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women.
  B) Cardiac output remains constant, but hypercholesterolemi a and hypertension increase.
  C) There is a marked increase in obesity which is associated with the onset of type 1 diabetes.
  D) Osteoporosis can occur in both genders, but is especially common in men.

Question 2

A patient with kyphosis has fallen and is complaining of numbness in both arms. Regarding immobilization, you should:
 
  A) place pillows in voids between the patient and stretcher.
  B) disregard immobilization and transport using lights and sirens.
  C) apply a cervical collar and transport in a semi-Fowler's position.
  D) transport fully immobilized and in a prone position.



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

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