The Nurse Points Out That Age-Related Changes in the Intestinal

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse points out that age-related changes in the intestinal tract are relatively insignificant. The changes include: (Select all that apply.)

• A) atrophy of the villi in the small intestine.
• B) increased incidence of hemorrhoids.
• C) decreased absorption of fats and vitamin B₁₂.
• D) creation of excessive flatus.
• E) decreased motility in the large intestine.

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