What Special Consideration Should Be Made When Assessing a Geriatric

question 24

Multiple Choice

What special consideration should be made when assessing a geriatric trauma patient before surgery?

• A) They may have preexisting diseases and conditions.
• B) They may take many prescription and nonprescription drugs.
• C) They have decreased physiologic reserves.
• D) All of the options can negatively impact the geriatric patient's perioperative experience.

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