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. 1989 Mar-Apr;16(2):263-5.

Teaching patients to care for drains after breast surgery for malignancy

M Dietrick-Gallagher, M M Hyzinski
  • PMID: 2928273

Teaching patients to care for drains after breast surgery for malignancy

M Dietrick-Gallagher et al. Oncol Nurs Forum. 1989 Mar-Apr.

Abstract

The early discharge program exemplifies interdisciplinary collaboration. Teaching patients to care for their drains not only results in a decreased length of stay and potential cost savings, but also allows patients to recuperate at home with their families.

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