After a Mastectomy,which Activity Should the Client Be Instructed to Avoid

question 8

Multiple Choice

After a mastectomy,which activity should the client be instructed to avoid?

• A) Emptying surgical drains twice a day and as needed
• B) Lifting more than 4.5 kg (10 lb)or reaching above her head until given permission by her surgeon
• C) Wearing clothing with snug sleeves to support the tissue of the arm on the operative side
• D) Immediately reporting inflammation that develops at the incision site or in the affected arm

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