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Redwolflake15

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Constipation is a common problem in older persons because of:
 
  a. Decreased digestive juices
  b. Chewing problems
  c. Swallowing problems
  d. Decreased peristalsis

Question 2

Older persons need:
 
  a. Fewer calories
  b. More calories
  c. Less water
  d. More water


bigsis44

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


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