Quiz: Disorders in Older People
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Some disorders occur almost exclusively in older people and are sometimes called geriatric syndromes. Other disorders occur in people of any age but may cause different symptoms in older people than in younger people. Which of the following symptoms is more likely to be experienced by older people as a result of diverse conditions such as underactive thyroid gland or heart attack?

  • A.

    Confusion

  • B.

    Tearfulness

  • C.

    Weakness

  • D.

    Weight gain

Am I correct?