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tfester

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What health habits do older adults believe they must maintain in order to avoid losing autonomy and independence?
 a. no cigarettes and no alcohol
 b. alcohol in moderation but no smoking or second-hand smoke
  c. good nutrition and exercise
 d. daily exercise and moderate alcohol intake
 e. clean teeth and brisk walks

Question 2

Mr. Purcell is an elderly gentleman who complains of frequent constipation. To deal with this problem, the nurse tells Mr. Purcell to:
 
 a. drink plenty of fluids.
  b. decrease his intake of high-fiber foods.
  c. drink more apple juice.
  d. avoid fried foods.



kingdude89

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Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

a



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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