Which of the Following Are Integumentary Changes Associated with Aging

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are integumentary changes associated with aging?

• A) Increased blood flow leading to increased bruising
• B) Decreased touch receptors leading to a risk for injury
• C) Increased elasticity leading to increased tearing
• D) Decreased moisture making skin drier
• E) Decreased touch receptors leading to a risk for injury and decreased moisture making skin drier

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