An 86-year-old female patient has the wasting syndrome of aging, making her vulnerable to falls, functional decline, disease, and death.The nurse knows this patient is experiencing:

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Frailty is a common syndrome in older adults that involves decreased strength, endurance, and physiological function, making individuals more vulnerable to falls, functional decline, and other adverse health outcomes.

An 86-Year-Old Female Patient Has the Wasting Syndrome of Aging