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bobbie

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Which of the following is the likely result of diminished thyroid function in the elderly?
 
  A) Thin, dry, wrinkled skin B) Difficulty chewing and swallowing
  C) Decreased tolerance of heat and cold D) Increased toxicity of medications

Question 2

The normal respiration rate for a preschooler is ___________________ ____________ to ___________________ ____________ breaths per minute.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



helenmarkerine

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

22, 34



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