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Falls in old age are usually the result ofA. osteoporosis.
B. arthritis.
C. poor nutrition.
D. poor balance.

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Answer 1
Answer: The answer is letter D.

Olderpeople generally have poor balance. This is a result of the slow deteriorationof the body as it ages. Generally older people lose some of their sensory systemslike hearing and seeing and this greatly affects coordination and balance whichresults to different accidents. Falls in older people usually result to adislocated hip joint or a broken back. It is always important to guide andmonitor our elders in performing daily tasks so as toprevent untoward incidents from happening. 
Answer 2
Answer: Falls in old age are usually the result of poor balance.
Answer: D

The older you get, the harder it is to balance yourself.

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