Endocrine Aging Factors

Question 1

What happens with glucose intolerance?

Answer 1

— weight becomes greater than ideal
— elevated fasting and random blood glucose levels
— slow wound healing
— frequent yeast infections
— polydipsia (thirst)
— polyuria

Question 2

What happens with decreased metabolism?

Answer 2

— less tolerant of cold
— decreased appetite
— decreased HR + BP

Question 3

What happens with decreased AHD production?

Answer 3

— urine is more diluted
— greater risk for dehydration

Question 4

What happens with decreased ovarian production of estrogen?

Answer 4

— bone density decreased
— skin in thinner and more dry
— greater risk for injury
— perineal and vaginal tissues become more dry
— increased risk for cystitis