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on: Jul 11, 2018
When compared with elderly populations of the past, persons entering their senior years between 2015 and 2030 will have:
 
  A) Fewer chronic diseases but more acute illnesses
  B) Greater support from their children and spouses
  C) Better education and greater wealth
  D) Fewer needs for hospital or nursing home care

Question 2

A child has been sent home from school with pruritus and honey-colored crusts on his lower lip and chin. A probable diagnosis would be
 
  a. chickenpox.
  b. impetigo.
  c. shingles.
  d. herpes simplex type I.


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

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The baby boomer cohort attained higher levels of education and economic status than past generations. They have, however, fewer children and the same (or greater) burdens of chronic disease and needs for health care as their parents did.

Answer to Question 2

B
Impetigo is seen at all ages, but is particularly common in children. The crust is honey-colored and easily removed.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
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