A 72 year-old man is a cardiac patient in your unit who also has diabetes and hypertension. All of the following are true about this patient's situation EXCEPT:
A. His additional health problems would be termed comorbidities.
B. Treatment for his cardiac problem could be lengthened because he has diabetes and hypertension.
C. The nurse will be able to cluster care for this patient and cure all three conditions at the same time.
D. Because the patient has diabetes and hypertension, he has a higher risk for complications.
Answer: C. The nurse will be able to cluster care for this patient and cure all three conditions at the same time.
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