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Why should venipuncture be avoided on the affected side when a patient has had a mastectomy?
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∙ 13y ago
A patient who has had mastectomy may have blood drawn. You should avoid the side that has had lymph node dissection.
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∙ 8y ago
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When a patient has had a mastectomy venipuncture should be avoided on the affected side because?
avoid fracture
When a patient has a mastectomy venipuncture should be avoided on the affective side because the?
avoid fracture
How is patient assessment is done in venipuncture?
Are you on blood thinner medication?
What are the nursing responsibilities of mastectomy?
Some nursing responsibilities regarding a patient who has had a mastectomy are to help the patient cope with the diagnosis.Ê Another is to assess the learning needs and readiness before trying to teach the patient, teach the patient proper medication administration, and how to assess their pain.
When would a patient at a hospital experience venipuncture?
When the nurse needs blood.
What happens if you draw blood from a mastectomy patient?
might cause lymphedema
What are some of the bath accessories for a patient on stroke?
Patients who have had a stoke may want to buy bath accessories based on which side of their body is affected by the stoke. Whichever side was affected should be avoided.
What kind of therapy is essential for the full recovery of a mastectomy patient?
Physical therapy is an integral part of care after a mastectomy, aiding in the overall recovery process.
What type of emotions may a recovering mastectomy patient have?
A mastectomy patient may feel a range of emotions including depression, negative self-image, grief, fear and anxiety about possible recurrence of the cancer, anger, or guilt.
What is a skin-sparing mastectomy?
A skin-sparing mastectomy uses special techniques that preserve the patient's breast skin for use in reconstruction, although the nipple still is removed.
What preparation must a patient make before a mastectomy?
Routine preoperative preparations, such as not eating or drinking the night before surgery, typically are ordered for a mastectomy. The patient also may be asked to donate blood in case a blood transfusion is required during surgery.
What is a mastectomy fitter?
A mastectomy fitter is a person who takes great pride in fitting a breast cancer patient with prosthesis and bras to replace tissue removed during a surgical procedure or radiation.
