The Nurse Instructs a Patient Recovering from a Mastectomy on Ways

question 23

Multiple Choice

The nurse instructs a patient recovering from a mastectomy on ways to prevent lymphedema.Which patient statement indicates that teaching has been successful?

• A) "I should do the exercises on my affected arm every day."
• B) "I have to take no special precautions."
• C) "I should avoid cleansing my skin with soap."
• D) "Eating fresh fruits and vegetables will prevent my arm from swelling."

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