The Nurse Is Reinforcing Teaching Provided to a Patient Recovering

question 23

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reinforcing teaching provided to a patient recovering from a stapedectomy. Which patient statement indicates teaching has been effective?

• A)"I will avoid airplane travel for 6 months."
• B)"I will cough or sneeze with my mouth open."
• C)"I will gently blow my nose with both sides open."
• D)"I will keep the ear moist by packing it with cotton balls."

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