ATI RN
ATI Nur 231 Fundamentals Exam Questions
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A nurse is preparing a presentation at a senior center about age-related musculoskeletal changes. Which of the following changes should the nurse plan to include?
Correct Answer: B
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Answer: B. Decreased muscle mass
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1. Age-related musculoskeletal changes commonly involve a decrease in muscle mass due to factors such as decreased physical activity and hormonal changes.
2. This change can lead to decreased strength and functional ability in older adults.
3. Reduced chest width (
A) is not a typical age-related musculoskeletal change.
4. Thickened vertebral disks (
C) may occur with age but are not directly related to muscle changes.
5. Increased force of isometric contraction (
D) is not a consistent age-related change and can vary among individuals.
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