A client with esophageal varices is scheduled to undergo injection sclerotherapy. Which of the following client statements indicates that the teaching was successful?
A) "The physician will use a balloon to compress the vessels."
B) "I might need to have this procedure done again."
C) "It's seems odd that a rubber band can block off the vessels."
D) "A catheter will be inserted through my belly to fix the vessels."

Question

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Option B indicates that the client understands that injection sclerotherapy may not be a one-time procedure and may need to be repeated. Options A, C, and D contain misunderstandings or inaccuracies about the procedure.

A Client with Esophageal Varices Is Scheduled to Undergo Injection