A nurse is caring for an elderly patient.Which of the following are true regarding the hematological system and aging? (select all that apply)
A) Total serum iron is decreased.
B) Total iron-binding capacity is decreased.
C) Intestinal iron absorption is decreased.
D) Lymphocyte function is unchanged.
E) Platelet aggregation is unchanged.

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Total serum iron, total iron-binding capacity, and intestinal iron absorption are all decreased somewhat in elderly persons.Lymphocyte function decreases with age.Platelet adhesiveness usually increases.

A Nurse Is Caring for an Elderly Patient