A change of aging related to the circulatory system includes decreased blood vessel elasticity, which leads the nurse to assess for:
a. confusion.
b. tachycardia.
c. hypertension.
d. retained secretions.
C
The blood vessels become less elastic and may lead to increased blood pressure.
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