Which Gastrointestinal (GI) Changes Is Not Anticipated When Assessing an Older

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which gastrointestinal (GI) changes is not anticipated when assessing an older adult patient?

• A) Changes to dentation
• B) An increase in muscle mass
• C) Painful mastication
• D) A decrease in liver function

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