Question

A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions to a client who has had ocular surgery of the left eye. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further instructions?

a. Fever is a common side effect of ocular surgery.
b. Fever may indicate an infection, which could affect the healing process.
c. The doctor needs to be informed about general health updates.
d. Fever helps in the recovery process.

Answer 1

The client's statement that indicates a need for further instructions is that fever helps in the recovery process.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement by the client that indicates a need for further instructions is option d. Fever helps in the recovery process. This statement is incorrect because fever is not a helpful symptom in the recovery process after ocular surgery.