Which of the following is a physiologic change occurring in middle adulthood?
a. increased gastrointestinal motility c. decreased ability to concentrate
b. increased muscle tone d. decreased blood vessel elasticity
D
Middle adulthood (ages 40 to 65 years) have many physiologic changes that occur, including decreased gastrointestinal motility, decreased muscle tone, decreased blood vessel elasticity, impaired sensation of heat and cold, and decreased blood supply to the kidneys.
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The term subject is used primarily in quantitative research
A) True B) False
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a. Nausea and vomiting b. Increased blood pressure c. Pruritus and skin rash d. Pounding headache
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