An alert 82-year-old who has poor hearing and vision is receiving preoperative teaching from the nurse. His wife response most questions directed to the patient. Which action should the nurse take when doing the teaching?

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The nurse should allow more time when doing preoperative teaching and preparation for older patients with sensory deficits. Because the patient has visual deficits, he will not be able to use written material for learning. The teaching should be directed toward both the patient and the wife because both will need to understand preoperative procedures and teaching.

An Alert 82-Year-Old Who Has Poor Hearing and Vision Is