Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Practice Test

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What difference in responses is commonly seen in geriatric patients compared to other age groups?

  1. Increase in blood pressure

  2. Delayed drop in blood pressure

  3. Normal cough reflex

  4. Decrease in blood pressure sooner

The correct answer is: Decrease in blood pressure sooner

In geriatric patients, a delayed drop in blood pressure is often observed compared to other age groups. This phenomenon can be attributed to several physiological changes that occur with aging, including decreased baroreceptor sensitivity and changes in vascular compliance. As a result, older adults may not exhibit a rapid response to changes in posture, volume status, or other stressors that typically prompt a quicker drop in blood pressure in younger individuals. While younger individuals might experience a more immediate response to dropping blood pressure, geriatric patients may require more time before showing significant changes, thus making their response distinct in emergencies and requiring careful monitoring and management.

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