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Question 15 of 30

Which of the following is NOT a special consideration when assessing elderly patients:

A
Geriatric patients often have a reduced gag reflex.
B
Radial pulses may be weakened by peripheral vascular disease.
C
Patients may not show signs of fever even in cases of serious infection.
D
Mental status often reflects a fear of emergency responders. 31 Emergency Childbirth
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Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is Option D: Mental status often reflects a fear of emergency responders. 31 Emergency Childbirth.

Elderly patients may indeed have diminished physiological responses, such as a lack of fever, weakened pulses, or reduced gag reflexes. However, their mental status often reflects underlying medical conditions rather than a simple 'fear of responders'.