Gastroenteritis
Gastroenteritis ( 34 Questions)
Correct. Dehydration is a significant concern in elderly individuals with gastroenteritis due to their reduced reserve and increased vulnerability to fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
Incorrect. Hyperactivity is not a typical complication of gastroenteritis, especially in the elderly population.
Incorrect. Hypothermia is not a typical complication of gastroenteritis, especially in the absence of other underlying conditions.
Incorrect. Hypertension is not a typical complication of gastroenteritis.
A) Correct. Dehydration is a significant concern in elderly individuals with gastroenteritis due to their reduced reserve and increased vulnerability to fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
B) Incorrect. Hyperactivity is not a typical complication of gastroenteritis, especially in the elderly population.
C) Incorrect. Hypothermia is not a typical complication of gastroenteritis, especially in the absence of other underlying conditions.
D) Incorrect. Hypertension is not a typical complication of gastroenteritis.