You are discharging a patient home after mastoid surgery. What would be included in your discharge teaching?
A) Sneeze every 4 hours to equalize pressure.
B) Be sure to exercise to reduce fatigue.
C) Avoid lifting anything under 10 pounds.
D) Don't blow your nose for 2 to 3 weeks.
Ans: D
Feedback: The patient is instructed to avoid heavy lifting, straining, exertion, and nose blowing for 2 to 3 weeks after surgery to prevent dislodging the tympanic membrane graft or ossicular prosthesis.
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