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The nurse is caring for a patient recovering from a laryngectomy. Which nursing action is most important for this patient? Group of answer choices Maintain a patent airway. Control postoperative pain. Keep the head of the bed elevated. Assess the patient’s acceptance of the laryngectomy.

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          The nurse is caring for a patient recovering from a laryngectomy. Which nursing action is most important for this patient?
Group of answer choices
Maintain a patent airway.
Control postoperative pain.
Keep the head of the bed elevated.
Assess the patient’s acceptance of the laryngectomy.

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05/09/2022

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In this case, the patient has undergone a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the larynx, which is crucial for maintaining an airway. Show more…

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The nurse is caring for a patient recovering from a laryngectomy. Which nursing action is most important for this patient? Group of answer choices Maintain a patent airway. Control postoperative pain. Keep the head of the bed elevated. Assess the patient’s acceptance of the laryngectomy.