The nurse is providing discharge instructions for a client with a total laryngectomy. Which of the following client statements indicate that additional instruction is required?
A)"I must keep the stoma covered with a loose sterile dressing at all times."
B)"I can participate in most of my prior fitness activities except swimming."
C)"I should wear a Medic Alert bracelet that identifies me as a neck breather."
D)"I need to be sure that I have smoke and carbon monoxide detectors installed."

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The stoma may be covered with clothing or a loose dressing, but this is not essential. The other client comments are all accurate and indicate that the teaching has been effective.

The Nurse Is Providing Discharge Instructions for a Client with a Total