Which Statement by the Patient About How Aging Impacts the Endocrine

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which statement by the patient about how aging impacts the endocrine system indicates the need for further teaching?

• A)"My appetite may decrease as I age."
• B)"My bone density may decrease as I age."
• C)"My blood glucose levels may decrease as I age."
• D)"My skin may get drier as I age."

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