An older adult patient reports ingesting a fat-soluble vitamin every day to boost the endocrine system. For what age-related change does the nurse recognize the patient is addressing by taking this vitamin?
A. Lipase production is increased and results in fat intolerance.
B. Indigestion increases with aging due to decreased lipase production.
C. Older patients have increased resistance to insulin.
D. The ability to absorb fat-soluble vitamins declines with aging.
Answer: D
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