The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient After an Open

question 48

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient after an open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.The nurse requests an abdominal binder and carefully applies the binder.What is the best explanation for the nurse to use when teaching the patient the reason for the binder?

• A) The binder creates pressure over the abdomen.
• B) The binder supports the abdomen.
• C) The binder reduces edema at the surgical site.
• D) The binder secures the dressing in place.

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