The LPN Is Providing Care for an 88-Year-Old Patient

The LPN is providing care for an 88-year-old patient.Which age-related assessment findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)

A) Peripheral cyanosis due to reduced gas exchange
B) Weakened cough due to atrophied respiratory muscles
C) Increased nasal discharge due to increased number of cilia
D) Decreased gas exchange due to decreased number of alveoli
E) Large peak expiratory flow rate due to increased lung elasticity
F) Increased risk of respiratory infection due to decreased ciliary activity

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