Mrs. Hoffman is an 82-year-old female who is on postoperative day 4 following
Mrs. Hoffman is an 82-year-old female who is on postoperative day 4 following
mastectomy for breast cancer. This morning her vital signs include a temperature of 101.2°F, pulse of 110 bpm, respiratory rate of 20 breaths per minute, and blood pressure of 100/70 mm Hg. The incisions look good and there is no physical finding or symptom of incision infection. The only abnormal physical finding is a significant tender edema on the right cheek and neck. In addition to ordering increased intravenous hydration and parenteral antibiotics to target Staphylococcus aureus, the AGACNP orders:
A. Loop diuretics B. Chewing gum C. Ambulation D.Incentive spirometry
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