As our population continues to age, more and more seniors undergo surgical procedures requiring anesthesia, which can pose hidden challenges to their cognitive functioning and, by extension, their ability to drive safely after surgery. Cognitive Risks Associated with Anesthesia Research has consistently shown that older adults are at a higher risk of developing postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) and delirium, which can affect memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, all of which are cognitive attributes required for ...