After a Mastectomy,a Woman Should Be Instructed to Perform the Following

question 2

Multiple Choice

After a mastectomy,a woman should be instructed to perform the following except:

• A)Empty surgical drains twice a day and as needed
• B)Avoid lifting more than 4.5 kg (10 lb)or reaching above her head until given permission by her surgeon
• C)Wear clothing with snug sleeves to support the tissue of the arm on the operative side
• D)Report it immediately if inflammation develops at the incision site or in the affected arm

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