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Which laboratory values are important to assess in the geriatric patient?
 
  a. Vitamin B
  b. Hemoglobin/hematocrit
  c. HCG
  d. Deoxyribonucleic acid

Question 2

Which is one of the three influences that affect the way an individual ages?
 
  a. Type of medication being taken
  b. Family status
  c. Genetics
  d. Retirement age


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

ANS: B
Older adult patients frequently have a slight normal decrease in hemoglobin and hematocrit, and extreme decreases can signify anemia, malnutrition, or a pathologic condition.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The three theories on aging involve the influence of genetics, the environment, and lifestyle.


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