Which One of the Following Patients Is Most Likely to Lose

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following patients is most likely to lose neurological control and regulation of the respiratory system?

• A) 31-year-old with a severe injury to the head
• B) 44-year-old who smokes and is nauseated
• C) 56-year-old with heart problems and chest pain
• D) 61-year-old newly diagnosed with diabetes

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Skin that remains unbroken and healthy, providing a natural barrier against infection and injury.

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