The Nurse Working with Older Clients Understands Age-Related Changes in the Gastrointestinal

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse working with older clients understands age-related changes in the gastrointestinal system.Which changes does this include? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Decreased hydrochloric acid production
• B) Diminished sensation that can lead to constipation
• C) Fat not digested as well in older adults
• D) Increased peristalsis in the large intestine
• E) Pancreatic vessels become calcified

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