What is the primary reason that electrocardiograms (EKGs) are routinely performed in middle-aged and older adult clients undergoing surgery?
a. Most insurance coverage dictates that they be performed.
b. The client's cardiac health must be evaluated because of the physical stress of surgery.
c. Ischemic heart disease is prevalent in these age groups.
d. A baseline study for comparison is needed should subsequent EKGs be needed.
C
Depending on the client's age and type of surgery to be performed, chest X-ray and EKG may also be included. Middle-aged and older adult clients have an increased risk for ischemic heart disease. Preoperative testing is often done several days before the scheduled surgery.
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