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cherise1989

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Older adults have the same basic health needs as others. They may also have what additional need?
 
  A) Physiological balance
  B) Connection
  C) Monitoring
  D) Gratification

Question 2

Which of the following older adults is most likely to require surgery to correct his or her podiatric health problem?
 
  A) A 71-year-old who has corns that he has unsuccessfully treated on his own.
  B) A 73-year-old patient of a podogeriatrician who experiences pain from plantar fasciitis.
  C) A 66-year-old who developed bunions following many years of wearing high-heeled shoes at work.
  D) A 73-year-old whose onychomycosis fungal infection has proven resistant to treatment.



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AngeliqueG

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Answer to Question 1

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Optimal health for older adults rests on the degree to which the needs for physiological balance, connection, and gratification are satisfied. The complexities of health care and the changing health status of aging people warrant monitoring to track progress and needs.

Answer to Question 2

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Bunions often require surgery, whereas corns, fungal infections, and plantar fasciitis are less likely to necessitate such treatment.




cherise1989

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


duy1981999

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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