A Student Nurse Asks Why Older Adults Are at Higher

question 11

Multiple Choice

A student nurse asks why older adults are at higher risk for complications after surgery.What reasons does the registered nurse give? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Decreased cardiac output
• B) Decreased oxygenation
• C) Frequent nocturia
• D) Mobility alterations
• E) Inability to adapt to changes

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Date of Record

The date of record is a cut-off date set by a corporation to determine which shareholders are eligible to receive a dividend or distribution.

Liability

An obligation of an entity arising from past transactions or events, the settlement of which may result in the transfer of assets, provision of services, or other yielding of economic benefits in the future.

Par Value

The nominal or face value of a bond, share of stock, or coupon as indicated on a certificate or instrument.

Legal Capital

The minimum amount of equity that a company must maintain to protect creditors, as required by law.