A client is considering breast augmentation surgery. Which of the following postoperative complications should the nurse discuss with the client regarding this surgery? (Select all that apply.)
1. Change in sensation
2. Development of a hematoma
3. Fibrous tissue around the implant
4. Heart palpitations
5. High blood pressure
6. Arm pain
1, 2, 3
Postoperative complications with breast augmentation include change in sensation, development of a hematoma; and formation of fibrous tissue around the implant. Heart palpitations, high blood pressure, and arm pain are not considered postoperative complications of breast augmentation surgery.
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