The dying child says, When I am dead, will you come visit me? ...

[kwoodring]

The dying child says, When I am dead, will you come visit me? This view of death is most likely that of what age a child of what age?
 
  a. toddler c. school-age
  b. preschool d. adolescent

Question 2

Which of the following changes in functioning of the gastrointestinal tract occurs with aging?
 
  a. increased sensitivity to taste c. increased peristalsis
  b. increased saliva pro-duction d. increased likelihood for constipation

[k2629]

Answer to Question 1

B
The toddler is not aware of death. The preschooler views death as a temporary separation. The school-age child appreciates that death is final and inevitable. Adolescents will tend to deny that death could happen to them.

Answer to Question 2

D
A decreased number of nerve cells that control chewing, swallowing, and taste is associated with aging. Saliva production is decreased and saliva becomes more alkaline. Peristaltic action decreases with a relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. This causes a decreased emptying of the esophagus and stomach. Elimination is often impaired in older patients. Methods to prevent constipation are physical activity and a regular time for toileting.

[kwoodring]

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