Compared to young people, the skin of elderly people:
A) Is more easily damaged by burns
B) Provides increased protection from extreme heat
C) Can tolerate increased burn size without complications
D) Heals more quickly once burned
Answer: A) Is more easily damaged by burns
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a. administer the potassium as ordered. b. clarify the order with the physician. c. order an infusion pump to give the potassium. d. request the pharmacy send 250 ml of saline instead.
Hypotheses are generally presented in which section of the report?
A) Introduction B) Methods C) Results D) Discussion