Which of the Following Are Considerations for the Older Adult

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are considerations for the older adult surgical patient? (Select all that apply. )

• A) The need for specific clear preoperative and postoperative teaching
• B) Awareness of lower morbidity and mortality rate
• C) Presence of coexisting conditions
• D) Increased risk of respiratory complications
• E) Expectation of normal recovery time

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