The nurse is reviewing data collected during the physical assessment of a 75-year-old client. Which findings should the nurse identify as being age-related changes? (Select all that apply.)
1. Weak heart rate
2. Stooped posture
3. Abdominal obesity
4. Presence of dentures
5. Decreased bowel sounds
Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5
1. Weak heart rate is an age-related change in the cardiac status.
2. Stooped posture is an age-related change in the musculoskeletal status.
3. Abdominal obesity is not an age-related change.
4. Presence of dentures is an age-related change in the oral status.
5. Decreased bowel sounds are an age-related change in the gastrointestinal status.
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