Syncope in the older patient is:

A. caused by an interruption of blood flow to the brain.
B. generally of no concern unless the patient was injured.
C. most commonly caused by a silent myocardial infarction.
D. rarely life threatening but should be evaluated by a physician.

Answer: A. caused by an interruption of blood flow to the brain.

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