Mastectomy Flashcards
1
Q
This surgery is to remove ____ ___ or ____
A
Breast tissue or nipples
2
Q
After surgery, ____ the affected arm to prevent_____
A
Elevate, lymphedema
3
Q
No___ or____ in the affected arm to prevent____
A
BP venipuncture
4
Q
Always assess site for signs of ____ after surgery
A
Infection
5
Q
List signs of infection
A
Swelling, redness, fever, chills, elevated WBC count
6
Q
encourage client to do ___ ___ ___ on the remaining breast
A
Self breast exam
