A patient,an 85-year-old woman,is complaining about the fact that the bones in her face have become more noticeable.What explanation should the nurse give her?
A) Diets low in protein and high in carbohydrates may cause enhanced facial bones.
B) Bones can become more noticeable if the person does not use a dermatologically approved moisturizer.
C) More noticeable facial bones are probably due to a combination of factors related to aging, such as decreased elasticity, subcutaneous fat, and moisture in her skin.
D) Facial skin becomes more elastic with age. This increased elasticity causes the skin to be more taught, drawing attention to the facial bones.
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