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Which of the following is a postoperative risk factor specifically associated with older adults?

A.

Decreased renal function

B.

Seasonal allergies

C.

Family history of cancer

D.

Hypertension

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.    Decreased renal function is a common age-related change that can significantly increase postoperative complications, such as fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and medication toxicity.
B.    Seasonal allergies are not specifically related to postoperative risks and can affect people of all ages.
C.    Family history of cancer is a general health risk factor, not specifically postoperative.
 
D.    Hypertension is a common chronic condition that can affect people of all ages and while it can increase postoperative risks, it's not specific to older adults.
 


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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Sodium bicarbonate is used to treat metabolic acidosis, not respiratory alkalosis. It helps to neutralize excess acid in the blood, which is not the issue in respiratory alkalosis where the problem is a deficit of CO₂, not an excess of acid.
B. Placing the head between the knees might help with dizziness or lightheadedness but does not address the underlying issue of hyperventilation or help with CO₂ retention.
C. Breathing into a paper bag can help the client re-breathe exhaled CO₂, which helps to correct the imbalance caused by hyperventilation. This method assists in raising CO₂ levels in the blood, which can help normalize the pH and alleviate symptoms of respiratory alkalosis.
D. Insulin is used to manage blood glucose levels in diabetes and is not relevant to the treatment of respiratory alkalosis.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Decreased renal function is a common age-related change that can significantly increase postoperative complications, such as fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and medication toxicity.
B. Seasonal allergies are not specifically related to postoperative risks and can affect people of all ages.
C. Family history of cancer is a general health risk factor, not specifically postoperative.

D. Hypertension is a common chronic condition that can affect people of all ages and while it can increase postoperative risks, it's not specific to older adults.

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