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laurencescou

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Lipoprotein levels that place an older adult at risk for coronary artery disease include
 
  a. Elevated high-density lipids
  b. Elevated low-density lipids
  c. Low total cholesterol
  d. Low level of plasma triglycerides

Question 2

Liver function test results generally
 
  a. Increase for older adults
  b. Decrease for older adults
  c. Remain unchanged with aging
  d. Lose reliability with aging


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

B
Elevation of low-density lipids is a risk factor for the development of coronary artery disease. Responses A, C, and D all are desired levels of lipoprotein to decrease the risk of coronary artery disease.

Answer to Question 2

C
Most liver function test results remain unchanged with aging. Responses A, B, and D are incorrect.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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