The older adult patient may not respond to surgical treatment as well as a younger adult because of
A) poor skin turgor resulting in dehydration.
B) disturbed body image related to surgical incision.
C) his or her body's response to physiological changes.
D) decreased peristalsis related to general anesthesia.
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