CNA Practice Test
Personal careQuestion 1203 of 1700

Why are older residents at higher risk for heat-related illness?

  1. They make more sweat and lose too much fluid in the heat
  2. They make less sweat, so temperature control is harder
  3. They have thicker skin that holds in body heat well
  4. They have more body fat that helps to keep them cool
Show answer

Correct answer: They make less sweat, so temperature control is harder

Reduced sweat production affects how the body controls its temperature.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.5: Skin Care

Practice personal care

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026