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cartlidgeashley

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What effect does aging have on the conduction velocity of the nerves? What effect does this have on the ability of the older patient to feel pain?
 
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Question 2

As a child grows from infancy, what happens to the pulse rate and blood pressure?
 
  A. Pulse rate increases and blood pressure increases.
  B. Pulse rate decreases and blood pressure increases.
  C. Pulse rate increases and blood pressure decreases.
  D. Pulse rate decreases and blood pressure decreases.


BUTTHOL369

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Nerve conduction velocity decreases. Pain sensation in the elderly is diminished.

Answer to Question 2

B


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