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 is 88 years old
What are possible complications that the nurse needs to incorporate into this 88-year-old client's nursing care plan? 1 . Hypostatic pneumonia
2 . Dehydration
3 . Confusion
4 . Bleeding disorders
A) Client will not be easily aroused.
B) Client respiratory status may need to be supported.
C) Client will have a depressed level of consciousness.
D) Client will be able to respond to commands.
D
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With minimal sedation, the client can respond to commands. With moderate sedation the client has a depressed level of consciousness. With deep sedation, the client cannot be easily aroused, but can respond after repeated stimulation. Respiration may need to be supported.
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