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Hungry!

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The increase in systolic and diastolic pressures in an older adult may be caused by increased rigidity of the vascular walls.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Diuretics can increase the incidence of urinary incontinence because of
 
  a. Their chemical action on the kidneys that decreases the older person's awareness of the urge to void
  b. The increase in urine volume
  c. The increased potential for older people to be dehydrated while taking these medications
  d. Their ability to induce signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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During the aging process, the walls of the blood vessels thicken and become less elastic, often leading to increases in blood pressure.

Answer to Question 2

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The diuretic effect of diuretic medications causes an increase in urine output. Although diuretics can contribute to dehydration (response C), they do not cause urinary incontinence. Responses A and D are incorrect. Diuretics do not induce diabetes mellitus or change the awareness of the urge to void.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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