Which of the following is true about normal aging changes in the GI system?
a. absorption of nutrients does not change with age
b. absorption of certain vitamins does change with age
c. small intestine transit rate is relatively unchanged with age
d. all of the above
D
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During prenatal class, the nurse teaches expectant couples about the importance of the amniotic fluid and its functions. What
functions does the nurse describe? (Select all that apply.) A. Cushions the fetus from mechanical injury B. Facilitates symmetrical growth of fetal limbs C. Helps regulate fetal body temperature D. Provides nourishment to the fetus E. Prevents the amnion from adhering to the fetus
A large portion of ongoing maintenance is related to technical and ____________________ issues
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse takes into consideration that when myelinization occurs the child will demonstrate:
a. Improved fine-motor coordination b. More strength c. Improved language skills d. Greater stamina
The nurse suspects that a patient who was in a motor vehicle crash does not have a cervical spine injury. What did the nurse assess to come to this conclusion?
A. Alert without midline cervical tenderness B. Lethargic and confused C. Lacking motor response in lower extremities D. Lacking deep tendon reflexes