A client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of cancer of the larynx, and a laryngectomy is scheduled. what is the most important piece of equipment that the nurse should place at the client's bedside postoperatively?

Answer;

Importance of cleanliness around the site of the stoma

Explanation; The procedure should be explained so the client understands that the tracheostomy can serve as an entrance for bacteria and that cleanliness is imperative. Clients with a laryngectomy may no longer swim because water will flood the lungs. Suctioning must be performed only as needed; a pattern is not necessary. Sterile technique is not required; medical aseptic technique is adequate and realistic.