Which age-related changes in the respiratory system are responsible for an increased susceptibility to pneumonia in older clients? Select all that apply
1. Weaker cough reflex
2. Diminished gag reflux
3. Calcified costal cartilage
4. Osteopenia in the vertebrae
5. Increased stiffness of the thoracic cage
1, 2, 5
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A. rapidly induced abortion. B. contractions precipitating miscarriage. C. fetal movement beginning at about 20 weeks of pregnancy. D. equivalent to individuation.
Which term means surgical removal of all or part of the stomach??
A) ?ileectomy B) ?diverticulectomy C) ?gastrectomy D) ?colectomy
An activity for a pharmacy technician working in a long-term care pharmacy that would not be performed in a traditional retail pharmacy is
A) entering medication orders in the computer B) ordering medications C) pharmacy housekeeping D) repackaging medications
Liver:
a. hemat/o b. hepat/o c. hydr/o