A nurse is providing preoperative teaching to a client who has lung cancer and will undergo a pneumonectomy. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. "You will have a chest tube in place after surgery."
B. "We'll frequently help you turn, cough, and breathe deeply after surgery."
C. "You will have to remain in bed for about 2 days after the surgery."
D. "We'll give you oxygen to support your breathing if you need it."
E. "You should expect pain for the first few days after surgery."



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