While caring for a geriatric patient,the changes in the heart that may be expected include
A) increased oxygen consumption.
B) increased coronary artery blood flow.
C) decreased response to an elevated heart rate.
D) cardiomyopathy.

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During stress or exercise,the aging heart is unable to respond quickly with an elevated rate,and the maximal heart rate elevation is reduced.Once the heart rate is elevated,it takes a much longer time for the heart to reach its resting level.Oxygen consumption in the myocardium is reduced,resulting in less efficient function when stressed.In the geriatric population,there is a decrease in coronary artery blood flow to the myocardium.With aging,the heart size generally does not change.

While Caring for a Geriatric Patient,the Changes in the Heart