In performing a physical assessment for an older adult patient, the nurse anticipates finding an increase in which one of the following, representing a normal physiological change of aging?
a. Perspiration
b. Audio pitch discrimination
c. Salivary secretions
d. Airway resistance
D
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A The older adult would be expected to have decreased perspiration and drier skin because of glandular atrophy (oil, moisture, sweat glands) in the integumentary system.
B A normal physiological change of the older adult related to hearing is a loss of acuity for high-frequency tones (presbycusis).
C The older adult would be expected to have a decrease in saliva.
D Normal physiological changes of aging include increased airway resistance in the older adult.
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