ATI PN Custom Fundamentals CH 38 Liz

ATI PN Custom Fundamentals CH 38 Liz ( 53 Questions)

The nurse reminds the 85-year-old patient that his healing will be slower because of age-related changes such as: (Select all that apply.)


Correct Answer: ["A","B","C","E"]

E.

Choice A rationale:

Increased immunity is not a characteristic of aging. In fact, immunity decreases with age, which can slow healing.

Choice B rationale:

Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, can reduce blood flow to tissues and slow healing.

Choice C rationale:

Metabolism slows with age, which can delay the body’s ability to repair and regenerate tissues.

Choice D rationale:

Excessive production of blood factors is not a characteristic of aging. Blood factors are typically produced in response to injury or illness.

Choice E rationale:

Diminished lung function can reduce oxygen supply to tissues, slowing healing.




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