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krzymel

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The acronym for transurethral resection of the prostate is ________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Give three reasons why pulmonary function decreases in older adults.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

TURP

Answer to Question 2

As a person ages, some alveoli deteriorate and are not replaced. The thorax is stiff and less able to expand on inhalation. A lifetime of exposure to air pollution, etc., causes damage to the lungs.


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