Homeostasis in Aging Questions And Answers ( All Verified A+) 1. What are the clinical presentations of decreased lung elasticity? - ANSWER-Decreased FVC and FEV1, reduced tidal volume, V/Q mismatch 2. What are the effects of aging on the gastrointestinal system? - ANSWER-Decreased appetite, constipation, reduced metabolism, slowed colonic transit time 3. What are the clinical presentations of decreased renal function? - ANSWER-Decreased creatinine clearance, decreased renal tubular secretion and concentrating ability, decreased bladder capacity 4. What are the effects of aging on the renal/urinary system? - ANSWER-Decreased renal mass, gradual hypertrophy of prostate, decreased drug clearance, increased risk of carcinoma of prostate 5. What are the clinical presentations of musculoskeletal aging? - ANSWER-Arthritic pain, loss of range of motion and stability, sarcopenia, weakness, increased fall risk 6. What are the effects of aging on the musculoskeletal system? - ANSWER-Mechanical wear and tear of articular cartilage, gradual lengthening of tendons, ligaments, and fascia, increased laxity of joints, decreased muscle mass and lean body mass, decreased bone mass 7. What are the clinical presentations of aging on the integumentary system? - ANSWER-Dry skin, tearing and injury, decreased vascularity of dermis, decreased total body water, hair loss 8. What are the effects