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geoffrey

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on: Jul 12, 2018
The elderly are more prone to head injury; signs and symptoms of brain compression develop more:
 
  A) rapidly.
  B) slowly.
  C) severely.
  D) aggressively.

Question 2

When treating a cut on an elderly person's hand, be careful of the kind of tape you use to secure the dressing because:
 
  A) the skin may tear easily.
  B) the skin may be very tough.
  C) the skin may perspire.
  D) the skin generally heals faster and tape is often not needed.


Kimmy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


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