A change of aging related to the circulatory system includes decreased blood vessel elasticity. For what should the nurse assess?
a. Confusion
b. Tachycardia
c. Hypertension
d. Retained secretions
ANS: C
The blood vessels become less elastic because of aging and may lead to increased blood pressure.
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