Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 95%
Simulated
The client has undergone a wedge resection for cancer of the left breast. Which discharge instruction should the nurse teach?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Limiting lifting with the affected arm prevents strain and lymphedema risk post-wedge resection. Claiming cancer is fully removed is misleading, Hemovac drains are uncommon in lumpectomy, and reconstruction is not universally needed.