Approximately _____% of Older Americans Live in a Nursing Home

question 156

Multiple Choice

Approximately _____% of older Americans live in a nursing home.

• A)1
• B)5
• C)10
• D)15

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Definitions:

Cardiac Output

The volume of blood the heart pumps per minute, a critical measure of heart function and cardiovascular health.

Vasodilation

The widening of blood vessels, which decreases blood pressure and increases the flow of blood.

Femoral Artery

A major artery located in the thigh that supplies blood to the lower limb.

Supplies Blood

Refers to the circulatory system's role in delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products through blood circulation.