Which of the Following Statements Are True of Changes in Airway

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of changes in airway clearance mechanisms in older patients?
I.Inflammatory responses decrease.
II.Mucociliary clearance rates are faster.
III.Humoral and cell-mediated immunity decreases.
IV.Respiratory muscles are weakened.

• A) I, III, IV
• B) II, IV
• C) II, III, IV
• D) I, II, III, IV

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Definitions:

Muscle Strength

The amount of force a muscle can produce, important for physical performance and mobility.

Body Alignment

The optimal positioning of the body parts to promote proper function and reduce the risk of injury, often emphasized in ergonomics and physical therapy.

Scoliosis

A medical condition characterized by an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine, which can vary in severity and may require treatment ranging from observation to surgery.

Vertebral Rotation

The twisting movement of a spine's vertebra around its axis, which can occur naturally or result from injury.