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brutforce

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Which factor contributes to sleep disturbances in older adults?
 
  A) Exercise
  B) Regular bedtime
  C) Decreased caffeine
  D) Beta-blockers

Question 2

Changes in T-cell function in older adults will result in:
 
  A) active immunity.
  B) inadequate nutrition.
  C) risk of infection.
  D) onset of chronic disease.


Harbringer

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Feedback:
Older persons experience impairment of sleep. Beta-blockers contribute to sleep disturbances.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Feedback:
Humoral immunity declines because of changes in T-cell function, and older adults have lower antibody response to microorganisms that cause pneumonia and infection.


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