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Whilst hyperthyroidism can have a range of effects on an individual's health, including changes to metabolism and heart rate, it is not the most common underlying reason for falls in older adults.
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Hyperthyroidism
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Osteoarthritis can lead to joint pain and decreased mobility, but it is not generally the primary reason for falls in older adults. Falls in this population are often due to other factors.
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Osteoarthritis
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Hypertension can increase the risk of cardiovascular events such as strokes but is not the most common reason for falls in older adults.
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c
Hypertension
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Peripheral neuropathy, a condition that affects the nerves in the extremities, can contribute to balance and gait issues, but it is not the leading reason for falls in older adults.
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b
Peripheral neuropathy
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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common underlying reason for falls in older adults. UTIs can lead to altered mental status, confusion, and gait disturbances, which increase the risk of falls.
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Urinary tract infection (UTI)
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In older adults, which of the following conditions is the most common underlying reason for falls, often due to factors such as altered mental status and gait disturbances?
a