NR 601 Midterm Study Guide( Complete Solution Rated A)

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NR 601 Midterm Study Guide Developmental changes o Review Kennedy and Dunphy readings for age related changes: o Physiological: 1. Limited chest wall expansion 2. Cilia atrophy 3. Immune system... alterations 4. Cardiac, respiratory and renal reduced physiological reserve 5. Reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust regulatory systems such as temperature control and fluid and electrolyte balance. 6. Changes in the sympathetic response which contributes to orthostasis and falls, as well as lack of hypoglycemic response. 7. Impaired immunological function: infection risk is greater and auto-immune diseases are more prevalent. [Show More]

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