Mrs. Kruger is a 53-year-old woman who has been admitted to the surgical unit following urethral sling surgery that was performed to treat her recurrent stress incontinence. The nurse notes that Mrs
Kruger was treated for breast cancer 3 years earlier and had a left unilateral mastectomy and axillary node biopsy performed. How will Mrs. Kruger's medical history affect the nurse's care during this admission?
A) The nurse should monitor Mrs. Kruger closely for signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia due to her history of cancer.
B) The nurse should use Mrs. Kruger's right arm for IV access and blood pressure assessment.
C) Venous access should be established using a central vein rather than a peripheral vein.
D) Mrs. Kruger should be placed on strict intake and output monitoring.
B
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