The physician has ordered a Schilling test for an 82-year-old client you are caring for. You know that in some older adults the Schilling test poses a problem. Why would this be true?
A) Older adults cannot be subjected to radioactive substances.
B) Older adults are prone to cognitive problems or urinary incontinence.
C) Older adults pose a risk of adverse reactions from nonradioactive B .12
D) Older adults have a decreased resistance to infection.

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As people age, they are more likely to experience cognitive problems and urinary incontinence, which can affect their ability to follow instructions and provide accurate urine samples for the Schilling test. It is not due to any increased risk of adverse reactions or decreased resistance to infection. In some cases, older adults may also have difficulty with radioactive substances, but this is not the only issue that may pose a problem for the Schilling test in this population.

The Physician Has Ordered a Schilling Test for an 82-Year-Old