A client just diagnosed with acromegaly is scheduled for a hypophysectomy. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for clarification regarding this treatment?
a. "I will drink whenever I feel thirsty after surgery."
b. "I'm glad no visible incision will result from this surgery."
c. "I hope I can go back to wearing size 8 shoes instead of size 12."
d. "I will wear slip-on shoes after surgery so I don't have to bend over."
C
Although removal of the tissue that is oversecreting hormones can relieve many symptoms of hyperpituitarism, skeletal changes and organ enlargement are not reversible. It will be appropriate for the client to drink as needed postoperatively and avoid bending over, reassured that the incision will not be visible.
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