Which Expected Appearance Will the Nurse Explain to Parents of an Infant

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which expected appearance will the nurse explain to parents of an infant returning from surgery after an enucleation was performed to treat retinoblastoma? (Select all that apply.)

• A) A lot of drainage will come from the affected socket.
• B) The face may be edematous or ecchymotic.
• C) The eyelids will be sutured shut for the first week.
• D) There will be an eye pad dressing taped over the surgical site.
• E) The implanted sphere is covered with conjunctiva and resembles the lining of the mouth.

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