A Client Is Being Dismissed After Extensive Surgery for Oral

question 21

Multiple Choice

A client is being dismissed after extensive surgery for oral cancer. Teaching goals have been met and the client seems to be coping well with the diagnosis and physical changes from the operation. Which intervention by the nurse would best meet anticipated client needs at home?

• A) Arrange a social worker and home health care consult.
• B) Be sure to give the client written discharge instructions.
• C) Make follow-up appointments for the client and provide physician phone numbers.
• D) Review the teaching about caring for the tracheostomy.

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