Which concept should the nurse use to develop a community program teaching older adults about the hazards of cold winter temperatures?
A) Older adults have a higher metabolic rate.
B) Older adults have a lower mean body mass.
C) Older adults have a higher vasoconstrictor response.
D) Older adults have a higher ability to generate heat when cold.

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Older adults generally have a lower mean body mass and less subcutaneous fat, which can reduce their ability to retain heat, making them more susceptible to cold temperatures.

Which Concept Should the Nurse Use to Develop a Community