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Among the more common comorbidities among older Americans is _____.
 a. osteoporosis.
 b. unintentional injury
  c. arthritis
 d. a hip fracture
 e. dementia

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Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds.
  Due to the risk of foodborne illness, Mr. Jamison should avoid all of the following foods except:
 
 a. rare steak.
  b. sushi.
  c. unpasteurized milk.
  d. canned vegetables.


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
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Answer to Question 2

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