Select the interventions that should be performed with caution, in the affected arm, on patients who have undergone a modified radical mastectomy. (Select all that apply.)
a. Vaccinations
b. Taking of blood pressure or samples
c. Insertion of IV line
d. Physical therapy on uninvolved arm
e. Wear watch and jewelry on involved arm
f.
Carry purse on involved arm or shoulder
ANS: A, B, C
Patients should be taught not to have any procedures involving the arm on the affected sideâ€"BP readings, injections, intravenous infusion of fluids, or the drawing of blood, which may cause edema or infectionâ€"and to guard against infections from burns, needle pricks (sewing), and gardening injuries.
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