Research on the Aging Process Shows That Wounds of the Elderly

question 10

Multiple Choice

Research on the aging process shows that wounds of the elderly heal more slowly and that they are more susceptible to disease. These are problems associated with an aging ________ system.

• A) respiratory
• B) immune
• C) integumentary
• D) digestive
• E) endocrine

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Definitions:

Tort Law

A branch of law dealing with civil wrongs or damages caused by one party to another, not arising from contractual obligations.

Compensation

Payment or reward given for services rendered, loss experienced, or damages incurred.

Battery

A civil wrong that occurs when one person intentionally and voluntarily brings about a non-consented harmful or offensive contact with a person or something closely associated with him or her. Battery requires an actual contact.

Consent

A voluntary agreement to another's proposal or to engage in a particular activity.