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james9437

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Subcutaneous fat deposits increase with age.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

What does the term geriatric mean?
 
  a. Not independent anymore
  b. Over the age of 80
  c. Living in a nursing home
  d. Older than 65


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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
Aged individuals who have low-calorie diets generally have lower blood pressure and lower serum cholesterol, and subcutaneous fat deposits do not increase with age.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The term geriatric comes from the Greek word yeros, which means old. People older than 65 are considered old or elderly.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
:D TYSM

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Gracias!

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