Question

A patient is scheduled for a cochlear implant. Which patient statement indicates that

teaching about this surgery has been effective?
A. "This implant will enhance my ability to understand speech."
B. "I will be able to hear perfectly after this surgery."
C. "This surgery will drain fluid from my middle ear."
D. "This surgery will rebuild my damaged tympanic membrane."

Answer 1

The patient statement that indicates that teaching about cochlear implant surgery has been effective is option A: "This implant will enhance my ability to understand speech."

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer to indicate that teaching about cochlear implant surgery has been effective is option A: "This implant will enhance my ability to understand speech."

A cochlear implant is an electronic device that stimulates the auditory nerve to transmit information to the brain.

It does not guarantee perfect hearing, but it can significantly improve the patient's ability to understand speech.