A client undergone a traditional cholecystectomy with T-tube placement is preparing for discharge. What statement made by the client indicates a need for further teaching regarding the care of the T-tube?
A. "I will inspect the T-tube drainage site for signs of infection."
B. "I will clamp the T-tube for 1 to 2 hours before and after meals."
C. "I will irrigate the T-tube with normal saline if the drainage appears too slow."
D. "I will call my health care provider if I note a sudden increase in bile output."
C
The client should be instructed to never irrigate the T-tube without first consulting with the phy-sician.
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