Clients Who Have Had a Laryngectomy Are Devastated by Their

question 16

Multiple Choice

Clients who have had a laryngectomy are devastated by their loss of the ability to speak normally. Why should a nurse provide extra time and support with these clients?

• A) These clients need support and help in understanding and choosing an alternative method of speech.
• B) These clients may be alert or confused after the procedure.
• C) These clients avoid an electric larynx or tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP).
• D) These clients need to learn to use the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).

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