PERIOPERATIVE NURSING MANAGEMENT OF THE ELDERLY PATIENT
Abstract
In order to provide optimum care and safety perioperative nurses must be aware of the unique characteristics of the populations encountered in the operating room. Older patients are more likely to experience comorbidities and age related health changes such as decreased cardiovascular reserves, social isolation, and sensory deficits. Specific knowledge of the elderly population is the focus of this paper.
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