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At 85-years-old, Elizabeth has recently begun to lose control of her bladder, which has led to several embarrassing situations when she has been out with friends. Elizabeth is suffering from
 
  a. Crohn's disease.
  b. irritable bowel syndrome.
  c. incontinence.
  d. hormonal enuresis.

Question 2

The condition of urinary incontinence in community-dwelling older adults is only about 20, but for those living in nursing homes, the number rises to
 
  a. 35.
  b. 50.
  c. 70.
  d. 90.



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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: c

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: c



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