The nurse at the outpatient surgery unit obtains all of this information about a patient who is scheduled for cataract extraction and implantation of an intraocular lens. Which information has the most immediate implications for the patient's care?

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Mydriatic medications used for pupil dilation are sympathetic nervous system stimulants and may increase heart rate and blood pressure. Using punctal occlusion when administering the mydriatic and monitoring of blood pressure are indicated for this patient. Patients are expected to be NPO for 6 to 8 hours before the surgical procedure. Blurred vision is an expected finding with cataracts. Cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation are done using local anesthesia.

The Nurse at the Outpatient Surgery Unit Obtains All of This