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    Mastectomy Care

    by Cathy Parkes June 24, 2020

    Mastectomy Care
    Mastectomy Care and Patient Teaching:

    Nursing Care: Do not administer injections, obtain blood, or take BP in the affected arm.

    Patient Teaching: Wear sling when ambulating, wear loose clothing, perform arm/hand exercises to prevent edema and increase ROM.
    Cathy Parkes
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