The nurse applies Steri-Strips to the patient's surgical site after suture removal. During patient teaching, what does the nurse instruct the patient to avoid doing?
a. Limit heavy lifting activities.
b. Ambulate several times a day.
c. Soak in the bathtub for relaxation.
d. Use a pillow to support incision.
C
The nurse instructs the patient to avoid soaking in the bathtub. Soaking in water decreases the longevity of the Steri-Strips. The nurse instructs the patient to avoid heavy lifting completely to prevent exposing the new incision to excessive pressure. If the incision separates or eviscerates, the patient's risk of infection and complications increases. The nurse encourages the patient to ambulate several times a day to prevent deconditioning, thromboembolic events, pneumonia, and constipation. The patient is also instructed to support the incision with a pillow for turning, coughing, deep breathing, and other activities as necessary.
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