The nurse is performing a physical examination of an older adult patient in an assisted-living facility. On completion of the exam, the nurse compares the results with findings expected for individuals in this age group
Which of the following increases is an expected finding for this patient? a. Tactile responsiveness
b. Sensitivity to glare
c. Hearing acuity for higher tones
d. Thoracic expansion during ventilation
B
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A Increased tactile responsiveness would not be an expected finding in the older adult patient.
B A common physiological change in the older adult patient is an increased sensitivity to glare.
C An expected physiological change in the older adult patient is a loss of hearing acuity for high-frequency tones (presbycusis).
D The older adult has decreased thoracic expansion during ventilation because of musculoskeletal changes.
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