The surgeon assesses each client and weighs the surgical risk against the need for surgery. In some cases, surgery must be done despite the presence of risk factors. The nurse is preparing a nursing care plan for a client who has an obesity issue

What is a possible complication that the nurse needs to incorporate into the client's nursing care plan with an obesity issue? A) Hypostatic pneumonia
B) Dehydration
C) Confusion
D) Bleeding disorders


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Hydrostatic pneumonia needs to be considered owing to less activity. Dehydration or poor nutrition can occur in the very old age because of poor eating habits and confusion. Confusion is considered for the very old, which can be caused by anesthesia and change in routine. Bleeding disorders are considered with the use of certain prescription medications.

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