Which statement indicates that the client needs more teaching regarding rhinoplasty?
a. "I will take my temperature twice each day and will report any fever to my doc-tor."
b. "I will wait a few weeks to have my pho-tograph taken, when the swelling is gone."
c. "I will take acetaminophen instead of as-pirin for pain to avoid excessive bleeding."
d. "I will drink at least 3 quarts of liquids a day and will use a stool softener."
B
Explain that edema and bruising may last for weeks, and that the final surgical result will be evident in 6 to 12 months. The client should take his or her temperature and report fever in case of infection. The client should take acetaminophen because risk of bleeding is less than with as-pirin. Fluids and stool softeners will decrease the risk of straining.
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