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 to her?
A) Diets low in protein and high in carbohydrates may cause enhanced facial bones.
B) It is probably because she doesn't use a dermatologically approved moisturizer.
C) It is probably due to a combination of factors 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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