Clinical Chemistry 2- Quiz 31 Geriatric

Decreased pulsatile secretion of which of the following diminishes with age, resulting in a decrease in lean body mass/fat ratio, as well as loss of overall body mass?

Growth hormone

The reference range for which of the following analytes remains unchanged in the geriatric population?

Glucose

Which of the following hormones declines in the aging population and may cause orthostatic hypotension and a drop in blood pressure upon standing?

Aldosterone

Which of the following is a common problem in the elderly but is often more difficult to diagnose?

Hypothyroidism

Which of the following poses the greatest challenge when collecting blood from an elderly patient?

Dehydration

Which of the following is a complication of severe dehydration seen in the elderly?

Delirium

The laboratory results, from an 84-year-old female, are evaluated by the healthcare provider. What additional laboratory test may assist in differential diagnosis for this patient?

Albumin

Which of the following is the leading cause of death in the United States in individuals 65 years of age?

SARS-CoV-2

The shingles vaccine is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older to prevent infection from which of the following pathogens?

Herpes varicella zoster virus

Which of the following statements is false concerning the aging population?

The number of older adults will continue to decrease in society.