Afew months after bariatric surgery, an older-adult client tells the nurse, "My skin is hanging in folds. I think I need cosmetic surgery." Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?

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Reconstructive surgery may be used to eliminate excess skin folds after at least a year has passed since the surgery. Skin folds may not disappear over time, especially in older clients. The response, "The important thing is that your weight loss is improving your health." ignores the client's concerns about appearance and implies that the nurse knows what is important. Whereas it may be helpful for the client to talk to a counsellor, it is more likely to be helpful to know that cosmetic surgery is available.

Afew Months After Bariatric Surgery, an Older-Adult Client Tells the Nurse