The nurse is caring for a patient in the postoperative period after enucleation.Which intervention is most important?

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Postoperatively,the nurse should observe for signs of complications such as excessive bleeding,swelling,increased pain,elevated temperature,or displacement of the implant.Losing an eye is a devastating experience even when there has been a long period of painful blindness preoperatively.Understanding of the emotional impact and support of the patient are prime nursing responsibilities.The permanent prosthesis is placed about 6 weeks after the surgery,and while it is important to teach the patient about prosthetic placement and medications,providing support is most important.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient in the Postoperative