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azncindy619

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Musculoskeletal changes that occur with the aging process include
 
  A) thickening of the vertebral discs.
  B) atrophy of muscles in the extremities, occurring first in the upper extremities.
  C) a loss in height.
  D) increase in range of motion of joints as a result of loosening of ligaments.

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An older male patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus wants to know if he can have an alcoholic drink. What information should the nurse provide about alcohol intake with diabetes? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Ingest alcohol with food.
  2. Alcohol can interact with diabetes medications.
  3. Consider calories from alcohol as being fat calories.
  4. Limit consumption to no more than two drinks per day.
  5. Take alcohol with carbohydrates because it enhances digestion.


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ankilker

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

C

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,4
Rationale: Alcohol must be consumed with food to prevent hypoglycemia.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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