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The Nurse Is Caring for the Postoperative Client in the PACU

Question 27

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The nurse is caring for the postoperative client in the PACU. The client is concerned about the abdominal staples closing the wound for fear they will open and the client's "insides will fall out." What is the best response by the nurse?


A) "Don't worry, the staples are properly placed and will not come out until they are removed by the physician."
B) "If you are very careful and follow your postoperative instructions, there is no need to worry."
C) "There are sutures in various levels below the staples that assist in keeping your wound intact."
D) "Would you tell me why you are worried about that?"

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