ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 9 : Growth and Development Throughout the Lifespan Questions
Question 1 of 5
Match the following physiological changes that occur in middle age to the clinical manifestation. Loss of blood vessel elasticity
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Loss of blood vessel elasticity leads to high blood pressure due to increased vascular resistance.
Question 2 of 5
Match the following physiological changes that occur in middle age to the clinical manifestation. Slower gastric motility
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Slower gastric motility in middle age results in constipation due to delayed digestion.
Question 3 of 5
Match the following physiological changes that occur in middle age to the clinical manifestation. Loss of subcutaneous tissue.
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Loss of subcutaneous tissue in middle age causes skin wrinkling due to reduced skin elasticity.
Question 4 of 5
Match the following physiological changes that occur in middle age to the clinical manifestation. Decreased production of estrogen.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased estrogen production in middle age triggers menopause in females, characterized by the cessation of menstrual cycles.
Question 5 of 5
Match the following physiological changes that occur in middle age to the clinical manifestation. Decreased production of testosterone.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreased testosterone production in middle age leads to decreased sperm production in males."