A client is slated to begin negative-pressure wound therapy tomorrow and the nurse is reinforcing the teaching about this therapy. Which statement by the client requires further teaching by the nurse?
A. "I realize that this device will be hooked up to me almost all day and night."
B. "I believe most people have to use this therapy for about 10 days."
C. "I need to make sure that I continue to eat three balanced meals a day to help my wound heal."
D. "I realize that there will be some pain associated with this therapy but I want my wound to heal."
Answer: B
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