Author Question: Which physiological change(s) explain why the older adult is at greater surgical risk? (Select all ... (Read 58 times)

skymedlock · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Which physiological change(s) explain why the older adult is at greater surgical risk? (Select all that apply.)

a. Fewer physiologic reserves
b. Greater probability of a chronic illness
c. Greater vulnerability to fluid loss
d. Less tolerance for pain
e. Less psychological stamina

Question 2

How does long-term alcohol abuse lead to alteration in the immune system?

a. It alters the effectiveness of antibodies.
b. It stimulates autoimmune activity.
c. It impairs the ability of B lymphocytes to produce antibodies.
d. It shortens the life of circulating antibo-dies.

zhanghao · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C
The older adult does have less physiologic reserves, more probability for a chronic illness, and more vulnerability to fluid loss. There is no indication that the older adult has less tolerance for pain or less psychological stamina.

Answer to Question 2

C
Alcohol impairs the ability of B lymphocytes to produce antibodies.