Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the older adult patient and cardiopulmonary function?
a. Older adults have atypical signs and symptoms of coronary artery disease.
b. Mental status changes are often the first signs of respiratory problems in older adults.
c. Older adults are easily bothered by dyspnea and complain to the nurse.
d. Cough suppressants are to be used with caution in older adults.
C
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A It is true that older adults have atypical signs and symptoms of coronary artery disease.
B It is true that mental status changes are often the first signs of respiratory problems in older adults.
C Older adults may not complain of dyspnea until it affects the activities of daily living that are important to them.
D It is true that cough suppressants are to be used with caution in older adults.
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