The nurse is caring for a patient who has just had a radical mastectomy and axillary node dissection. When providing patient education regarding rehabilitation, what should the nurse recommend?
A) Avoid exercise of the arm for next 2 months.
B) Keep cuticles clipped neatly.
C) Avoid lifting objects heavier than 10 pounds.
D) Use a sling until healing is complete.
Ans: C
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Following an axillary dissection, the patient should avoid lifting objects greater than 5 to 10 pounds, cutting the cuticles, and undergoing venipuncture on the affected side. Exercises of the hand and arm are encouraged and the use of a sling is not necessary.
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