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Which one of the following statements shows that the EMT has an accurate understanding of vital signs in relation to the geriatric patient?

A) "There is no difference between the vital signs of a geriatric patient and a young adult."
B) "Fever tends to be more common and more severe in elderly patients."
C) "The resting respiratory rate is typically higher in the elderly."
D) "The typical resting heart rate is less than 60 beats per minute."

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I feel like Option D make sense
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