The nurse is assessing a 56-year-old female who is receiving treatment for symptoms associated with a midlife crisis. Which of the following would the nurse evaluate as normal midlife biologic findings?
1. Markedly increased reaction time
2. Alterations in strength and endurance
3. Enhanced muscle tone
4. More acute hearing
ANS: 2
Alterations in strength and endurance typically occur in midlife. Muscle tone may be diminished, joints may stiffen, and cardiovascular status may begin to deteriorate. 1. Reaction time should not be markedly changed, but it may decrease. 3. Muscle tone would be expected to be some-what diminished. 4. Hearing usually worsens.
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