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kamilo84

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Mr. Anderson, who is 69 years old and obese, reports feeling tired all the time, even in the morning when he awakens. His wife reports that he snores loudly. What disorder should you suspect?
 
  a. Nocturnal myoclonus
  b. Dementia
  c. GERD
  d. Sleep apnea

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It is common for an older adult to feel colder and have decreased diaphoresis, even with an elevated body temperature.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

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The classic symptom of sleep apnea is fatigue on awakening and throughout the day. People with sleep apnea are very tired all the time. Sleep apnea occurs when the patient's airway is partially obstructed during sleep. Many people with sleep apnea are overweight. Responses A, B, and C are also causes of insomnia but are usually described with different symptomsnocturnal myoclonus, with sudden movements of the legs; dementia, with nighttime wandering; and GERD, with acid reflux.

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A normal age-related change is a reduction in subcutaneous fat, often leading an older adult to feel cold and to ask for sweaters. This reduction in subcutaneous fat and decreased sweat production may also cause an older adult not to exhibit diaphoresis even with a fever.




kamilo84

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM


kthug

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

 

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