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cherise1989

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A nurse is reviewing thyroid test results of her clients. Which of the following is the most likely thyroid test result for a healthy elderly patient?
 
  A) T4: low; T3: low; thyroid function: low
  B) T4: high; T3: normal; thyroid function: high
  C) T4: high; T3: normal; thyroid function: low
  D) T4: normal; T3: low; thyroid function: normal

Question 2

A gerontological nursing course syllabus includes the topic of helping elders ambulate safely. The major factor contributing to an increased risk of falls in the elderly is:
 
  A) Decline in brain weight
  B) Reduction of blood flow to the brain
  C) Flawed response to changes in balance
  D) Slowed nerve conduction velocity


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
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With normal aging, secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormones (TSH) and the serum concentration of thyroxine (T4) do not change, although there is a significant reduction in triiodothyronine (T3), which is believed to be a result of the reduced conversion of T4 to T3 . Overall, thyroid function remains adequate.

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Although all the statements are true, the major factor increasing the risk of falls is a flawed response to changes in balance.


cherise1989

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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