Multiple Choice
Which concept should the nurse consider when planning care for an older adult trauma patient?
A) Traumatic injuries should be treated independent of comorbid conditions.
B) An older adult may be on an anticoagulant for atrial fibrillation or stroke.
C) Comorbidities are independent risk factors for mortality in the older adult trauma patient.
D) A history of hypertension can prevent shock.
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