The Patient,age 52,is Recovering from a Modified Radical Mastectomy

question 17

Multiple Choice

The patient,age 52,is recovering from a modified radical mastectomy.Why is postoperative elevation of the patient's arm important after this procedure?

• A) To prevent vascular and lymph stasis,thus lymphedema.
• B) To prevent drainage accumulation at the incisional site.
• C) To prevent wound infection and dehiscence.
• D) To prevent pleural effusion and respiratory distress.

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