You are a nurse preparing a 79-year-old
You are a nurse preparing a 79-year-old retired firefighter for surgery to repair a torn right rotator cuff. He has a 40-pack-year history of smoking and reports social drinking. He has been a widower for 10 years and has two daughters who live in his community—they accompanied him at admission. He lives alone, is athletic, and enjoys hunting, fishing, and backpacking. He reports, “This bum shoulder is stopping me from doing what I want to do—can’t wait to get it fixed and go camping next week!” (Learning Objectives 2 and 4)a. Considering his history, what postoperative teaching would be important? b. During your discussions of his undergoing general anesthesia, what major risks would you be sure to include? c. What component of his health history might affect his physical response to general anesthesia? d. How might this patient’s age affect his recovery? e. What in his statement indicates the need for additional perioperative teaching? f. How might that issue be addressed? SCIENCE HEALTH SCIENCE NURSING NURS 2231
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