Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client following a modified left radical mastectomy with a breast expander. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Expecting less than 25 mL of secretions per day in drainage devices indicates proper understanding of post-mastectomy care with a breast expander. Heavy arm exercises, waiting 2 months for saline, or keeping the arm flexed are not recommended.