When doing a physical assessment of an old-old client, the nurse could expect to see which of the following?
A)
dilated pupils
B)
thin and brittle nails
C)
an increase in tear production
D)
a decrease in pubic hair
D
Explanation:
A)
Age-related physical changes include decreased scalp, axillary, and pubic hair. Pupils are smaller. Nails often become thick and brittle. Tear production decreases.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion and Maintenance; Growth and Development
B)
Age-related physical changes include decreased scalp, axillary, and pubic hair. Pupils are smaller. Nails often become thick and brittle. Tear production decreases.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion and Maintenance; Growth and Development
C)
Age-related physical changes include decreased scalp, axillary, and pubic hair. Pupils are smaller. Nails often become thick and brittle. Tear production decreases.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion and Maintenance; Growth and Development
D)
Age-related physical changes include decreased scalp, axillary, and pubic hair. Pupils are smaller. Nails often become thick and brittle. Tear production decreases.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion and Maintenance; Growth and Development
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