The Nurse Preparing Written Discharge Instructions for the Day-Surgery Unit

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse preparing written discharge instructions for the day-surgery unit where ear surgery is performed would plan to include which instruction?

• A) Avoid heavy lifting and do not engage in sports for 3 weeks after surgery.
• B) Leave the cotton ball dressing in the ear until your follow-up appointment.
• C) Do not sneeze, blow your nose, or cough for 1 week after surgery.
• D) Report any decreased hearing in the operative ear.

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