Question

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for delirium?

1) Stress on body
2) Multiple medications
3) 70 or younger
4) Immobility

Answer 1

Being '70 or younger' is not a risk factor for delirium; it is typically the opposite, as age above 70 increases the risk. Other options such as stress on the body, multiple medications, and immobility are indeed risk factors for delirium.

Step-by-step explanation:

The risk factor among the options provided that is NOT typically associated with increasing the risk of delirium is being '70 or younger'. Common risk factors for delirium do include stress on the body, taking multiple medications, and immobility. Aging is a known risk factor, and individuals who are older than 70 are at higher risk for developing delirium. Therefore, being younger than 70 would generally not increase the risk and is the correct answer to the question regarding non-risk factors for delirium.