Nan,age 70,feels More Out of Breath While Exercising

question 16

Multiple Choice

Nan,age 70,feels more out of breath while exercising.This is probably because

• A) the blood flow to her circulatory system has increased.
• B) her heart muscle is more responsive to signals from pacemaker cells.
• C) her vital capacity has reduced significantly due to aging.
• D) her T cells are becoming more effective and efficient.

Recognize the practice and implications of polypharmacy in geriatric care.

Understand dietary considerations in preventing age-related conditions.

Define and describe the treatment and management of common health issues in the elderly.

Assess and recommend strategies for effective communication and management of elderly patients' health.

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Definitions:

Problem Identification

The process of recognizing and defining an issue that impedes the achievement of a goal.

Too Much Information

A situation where an individual is overwhelmed by an excessive amount of data or facts, making it difficult to make decisions.

Information Overload

A condition where an individual or organizational capacity to process information is exceeded, leading to difficulty in understanding or making decisions.

Losses

Refers to the decrease in resources, value, or profits, often as a result of business activities, investments, or unforeseen events.