The patient has had a total mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. The patient asks the nurse when she can take a shower. What should the nurse respond?
A) "Not until the drain is removed"
B) "On the second postoperative day"
C) "Now, if you wash good with soap and water"
D) "Seven days after your surgery"
Ans: A
Feedback: If immediate reconstruction has been performed, showering may be contraindicated until the drain is removed.
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