Which of the following is an expected finding in the physical assessment of the middle-aged adult?
a. Increased skin turgor
b. Limited extraocular movement
c. Respiratory rate of 12 to 20 breaths per minute
d. Regular heart rate between 80 and 120 beats per minute
C
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A Middle-aged adults have decreased skin turgor.
B Middle-aged adults have normal extraocular movement.
C The normal respiratory rate for the middle-aged adult is 12 to 20 breaths per minute.
D Middle-aged adults have a regular heart rate between 60 and 100 beats per minute.
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