A Client Who Has a Herniated Disk Is Being Discharged

question 12

Multiple Choice

A client who has a herniated disk is being discharged after a percutaneous endoscopic discectomy.Which postprocedure instructions does the nurse provide before discharge?

• A) "You should begin an exercise routine which includes walking every day."
• B) "You must sleep in a supine position until the bandage is removed."
• C) "You may feel numbness or tingling in the legs for 24 hours."
• D) "You will need to wear a lumbar brace for 1 week."

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