Because of a Decline in the Functioning of the Immune

question 89

Multiple Choice

Because of a decline in the functioning of the immune systems,vaccination against _____ is especially important in older adults.

• A)acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
• B)influenza
• C)osteoarthritis
• D)osteoporosis

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Definitions:

Pounds

In the imperial system, a measure of weight that equals approximately 0.453592 kilograms.

Fetal

Pertains to a stage of human development inside the womb, from conception until birth.

Proximodistal Pattern

A pattern of physical growth and motor control that proceeds from the center of the body outward, in which torso and arm development precede that of the hands and fingers.

Prenatal Development

Prenatal development encompasses the process of growth and development within the womb, from conception to birth.