You are caring for a patient who underwent surgery for esophageal cancer 24 hours ago. You know that what is a common postoperative complication of surgery for esophageal cancer?
A) Inability to clear secretions
B) Aspiration pneumonia
C) Decreased nutritional status
D) Inability to breathe
Ans: B
Feedback: A common postoperative complication is aspiration pneumonia. Therefore, the patient is placed on a vigorous pulmonary plan of care that includes incentive spirometry, sitting up in a chair, and if necessary, nebulizer treatments. Therefore options A, C, and D are incorrect.
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