TEST BANK FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING IN THE CARE OF OLDER ADULTS 2ND EDITION BY KENNEDY-MALONE

Question : TEST BANK FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING IN THE CARE OF OLDER ADULTS 2ND EDITION BY KENNEDY-MALONE The major impact of the physiological changes that occur with aging is: Student Answer: Instructor Explanation: Reduced physiological reserve Reduced homeostatic mechanisms Impaired immunological response All of the above The major impact of all of these physiological changes can be highlighted with three primary points. First, there is a reduced physiological reserve of most body systems, particularly cardiac, respiratory, and renal. Second, there are reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust regulatory systems such as temperature control and fluid and electrolyte balance. Third, there is impaired immunological function: infection risk is greater, and autoimmune diseases are more prevalent. (Kennedy-Malone 3) Kennedy-Malone, Laurie, Kathleen Fletcher, Lori Martin-Plank. Advanced Practice Nursing in the Care of Older Adults. F.A. Davis Company, . VitalBook file. Points Received: 2 of 2 Comments: - MultipleChoice 1 True 0 - MultipleChoice 1 Question 2. Question : Men have faster and more efficient biotransformation of drugs and this is thought to be due to: Student Answer: Instructor Explanation: Less obesity rates than women