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joesmith1212

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Which of the following statements about traumatic injuries in the elderly is true?
 
  a. Motor-vehicle collisions are responsible for over 75 percent of deaths.
  b. Head injuries are easier to detect in the elderly than in younger adults.
  c. Hyperthermia is an early sign of trauma.
  d. Injuries are most commonly caused by falls.

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Family members tell you that three hours ago their 76-year-old mother suddenly became confused and had great difficulty speaking. However, within 15 minutes she returned
 
  a. a stroke.
  b. dementia.
  c. Alzheimer's disease.
  d. a transient ischemic attack.


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bookworm410

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: d

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d


joesmith1212

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

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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