After Completing Discharge Instructions for a Patient with a Total

question 16

Multiple Choice

After completing discharge instructions for a patient with a total laryngectomy,the nurse determines that additional instruction is needed when the patient makes which of the following responses?

• A) "I must keep the stoma covered with a dressing at all times."
• B) "I can participate in most of my prior fitness activities except swimming."
• C) "I need to eat nutritious meals even though I can't smell or taste very well."
• D) "I should wear a MedicAlert bracelet that identifies me as a neck breather."

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