Which of the Following Physical Changes Is NOT Common in the Elderly

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following physical changes is NOT common in the elderly?

• A)Decreased capacity to smell
• B)Increased sensitivity to taste
• C)Increased incidence of blindness
• D)Decreased stomach acid

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