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A comorbidity is the existence of two or more diseases in one individual.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The perioperative nurse should not worry about the geriatric patient's hydration.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
Older adult patients have a high risk of having comorbidity, which is a leading cause of death among older adults.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
The perioperative must assess the hydration status. Signs of dehydration are dry tongue, sunken eyes and cheeks, loss of skin turgor, concentrated urine and possible mental changes.



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