Which of the below are age-related changes associated with the endocrine system? (Select all that apply.)
a. Menopause occurs with a decline in estrogen production.
b. The thyroid gland decreases in size and the basal metabolic rate decline.
c. ADH production increases, causing the dilution of urine and polyuria.
d. Insulin resistance develops and insulin pro-duction declines.
e. Skin is smooth, moist, and with good turgor.
f. Changes of body features result in decreased self esteem.
A, B, C, D, F
As the client ages, endocrine function changes resulting in the thyroid gland decreasing in size and the decline of the basal metabolic rate (BMR).?ADH production increases causing dilution of urine and polyuria. Insulin resistance develops and insulin production declines. Menopause occurs with a decline in estrogen production. The client may also see changes of body features resulting in decreased self esteem.
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