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HudsonKB16

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Which statement is true regarding changes in the musculoskeletal system of elderly persons?
 
  a. Kyphosis is primarily a result of poor posture.
  b. Osteoporosis is more common in men than women.
  c. Ligaments and tendons become softer with age.
  d. Flexion is often painful.

Question 2

The nurse is planning care for a grieving patient. Which of the following would not be an appropriate expected outcome?
 
  a. verbalize feelings of grief
  b. share grief with significant others
  c. accept the loss
  d. speak about the deceased only once a week



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Answer to Question 1

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Many people experience a decrease in height as they age. Long bones take on a disproportionate size and many aged people assume a stooped posture. These postural changes occur primarily as a result of calcium loss from bone creating osteoporosis and kyphosis. These conditions are more common in women than in men and are correlated with estrogen loss that occurs with aging. Ligaments, tendons, and joints are also affected by age. They show results of collagen loss and become hardened, more rigid, less flexible, and predisposed to tears. Cartilage wears down around the joints, making flexion painful.

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Expected outcomes for the person experiencing grief include: verbalize feelings of grief; share grief with significant others; accept the loss; renew activities and relationships.




HudsonKB16

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Gracias!


scottmt

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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