A client is reporting an increase in swelling in the left arm post mastectomy. Which of these interventions is most appropriate?
a. allowing the arm to hang at the client's side
b. wearing a blouse with an elastic band just above the elbow
c. wearing an elastic sleeve for compression on the affected arm
d. very minimal range-of-motion exercises with affected arm
C
The more lymph nodes that are removed, the greater the chance the client will have lymphedema, an accumulation of lymph in soft tissue. An elastic sleeve may be worn for compression, and range-of-motion (ROM) exercises may reduce edema. A sodium-restricted diet may be ordered.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).