An elderly patient is being prepared for orthopedic surgery. The nurse realizes this patient is at risk for which complication?
1. Decreased tolerance of general anesthesia
2. Prolonged effects of anesthesia because of herbal supplements
3. Wound dehiscence
4. Increased hypotensive effects of anesthesia
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Rationale 1: Age-related changes affect physiologic, cognitive, and psychosocial responses to the stress of surgery. In addition, older adults experience decreased tolerance of general anesthesia and postoperative medications and delayed wound healing.
Rationale 2: The information provided does not indicate the use of herbal supplements.
Rationale 3: Despite the risk of delayed wound healing, there is no information to support an increased risk for wound dehiscence.
Rationale 4: There is no data to support concerns with hypotension related to anesthesia.
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