Which Is an Example of a Hospitalization Risk Factor That

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of a hospitalization risk factor that causes weight loss and malnutrition in older adults?

• A) decreased nutrient needs
• B) vision changes
• C) increased access to food from supermarkets and convenience stores
• D) missed meals due to medical tests
• E) cardiovascular disease

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Definitions:

Pollinate

The transfer of pollen from the male parts of a flower to the female parts of the same or another flower, leading to fertilization and the production of seeds.

Cytokinin

A class of plant hormones that promote cell division and growth, and affect various aspects of plant development including shoot and root growth.

Root Tips

The section at the end of a plant's roots that contributes to growth, absorbing water and nutrients from the soil.

Pith

Parenchyma tissue in the center of some stems and roots.