Healthy adults often experience decreased strength and endurance in performing activities as they age. This can be attributed to
A) an increase in cholecystokinin production.
B) a decrease in lean muscle mass.
C) lowered absorption of vitamin D.
D) depression.
B
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A) Encouraging the intake of a diet high in fiber B) Decreasing the dosage of the cholinergic blocking medication C) Increasing client's fluid intake to at least 2000 mL daily D) Withholding the drug until the client resumes usual bowel pattern E) Encouraging ambulation and exercise as appropriate
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A) tools B) beliefs C) clothing D) language