An Older Adult Patient Who Underwent Bowel Resection Is Recovering

Multiple Choice

An older adult patient who underwent bowel resection is recovering from surgery without complication.He ambulates in the hallway and requires little analgesia for pain.During the healthcare team's morning rounds,the surgeon informs the patient that the lesion removed was cancerous.Which factor will likely be the patient's most significant obstacle for learning?

A) The patient's baseline physical condition
B) A negative environmental influence
C) Anxiety associated with the new diagnosis
D) Reduced ability to understand the diagnosis