A client is discharged to home after a modified radical mastectomy with two drainage tubes.Which statement by the client would indicate that further teaching is needed?

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The drainage tubes (such as a Jackson-Pratt drain)lie just under the skin but need to be removed by the health care professional in about 1 to 3 weeks at an office visit.Drainage should be less than 25 mL in a day's time.The client should be aware of her positioning to prevent kinking of the tubing.A foul odor from the drainage may indicate an infection; the doctor should be contacted immediately.

A Client Is Discharged to Home After a Modified Radical