The client who has had a mastectomy asks the nurse about breast reconstructive surgery. Which statement by the nurse about breast reconstruction is true?
A. "Many women want breast reconstruction using their own tissue immediately after mastectomy."
B. "Placement of saline- or gel-filled prostheses is not recommended because of the nature of the surgery."
C. "Reconstruction of the nipple-areola complex is the first stage in the reconstruction of the breast."
D. "The surgeon should offer the option of breast reconstruction surgery once healing has occurred after the mastectomy."
Answer: A. "Many women want breast reconstruction using their own tissue immediately after mastectomy."
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