What Is an Example of a Change in Gastrointestinal Physiology

question 10

Multiple Choice

What is an example of a change in gastrointestinal physiology that occurs with aging?

• A) increased upper esophageal pressure
• B) atrophy of the small intestine mucosa
• C) enhanced excretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach
• D) increased incidences of diarrhea
• E) overproduction of saliva in the mouth

Understand the primary purposes and various contexts of communication within healthcare.

Apply effective communication techniques for delegating tasks to other healthcare team members.

Evaluate the role of a nurse in advocating for patient safety and quality of care through communication.

Demonstrate assertive communication strategies when questioning medical orders to safeguard patient well-being.

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Definitions:

Double-Declining-Balance

An accelerated method of depreciation which doubles the regular depreciation amount, reducing the value of an asset more quickly in its early years.

Depreciation Expense

The orderly apportionment of a tangible asset's cost over the duration of its use.

Residual Value

The estimated value that an asset will have at the end of its useful life, after depreciation has been taken into account.

Double Declining Balance

A method of accelerated depreciation which doubles the depreciation rate of the straight-line method, resulting in higher depreciation expenses in the earlier years of an asset's life.