A patient has a saline breast implant inserted in the outpatient surgery area. Which instruction will the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
A) Take aspirin every 4 hours to reduce inflammation.
B) Check wound drains for excessive blood or any foul odor.
C) Wear a loose-fitting bra to decrease irritation of the sutures.
D) Resume normal activities 2 to 3 days after the mammoplasty.
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