The Nurse Cautions an 85-Year-Old Golfer That He Should Take

The nurse cautions an 85-year-old golfer that he should take care to protect his back during his backswing because the intervertebral disks in older adults undergo changes to the point that they: (Select all that apply.)

A) Fill with calcium deposits.
B) Are less shock absorbent.
C) Are herniated.
D) Enlarge and swell.
E) Lose water.