A patient has just arrived to the floor after an enucleation procedure following a workplace accident in which his left eye was irreparably damaged
Which of the following should the nurse prioritize during the patient's immediate postoperative recovery?
A) Teaching the patient about options for eye prostheses
B) Teaching the patient to estimate depth and distance with the use of one eye
C) Assessing and addressing the patient's emotional needs
D) Teaching the patient about his post-discharge medication regimen
Ans: C
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When surgical eye removal is unexpected, such as in severe ocular trauma, leaving no time for the patient and family to prepare for the loss, the nurse's role in providing emotional support is crucial. In the short term, this is a priority over teaching regarding prostheses, medications, or vision adaptation.
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