An elderly patient who is overweight is admitted to the surgical division following a colon resection. The fact the patient is obese increases his risk for which complication in the postoperative period?
A) Hyperglycemia
B) Azotemia
C) Falls
D) Infection
Ans: D
Feedback: A postoperative patient who is obese will be at no greater risk for hyperglycemia, azotemia, or falls. However, the obese patient is at an increased risk for infections, wound dehiscence, and pulmonary complications.
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