The older adult is at increased risk for respiratory tract infections due to a combination of respiratory system changes that include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Loss of vocal cord elasticity
2. Increased respiratory effort
3. Decreased tissue elasticity in the airway
4. Increased physical activity
5. Decreased Ciliary movement
3,5
Rationale: Loss of vocal cord elasticity can cause changes in vocal pitch and quality, which do not affect the risk for respiratory infections
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