Why Should the Nurse Tell a Client Who Has Undergone

Multiple Choice

Why should the nurse tell a client who has undergone surgery for breast cancer to avoid wearing deodorant on the affected side?

A) Deodorant can stimulate tumor growth in remaining cancer cells.
B) Deodorant can inhibit the production of sweat, which stimulates healing.
C) Deodorant can harbor bacteria and increase the client's risk for infection.
D) Deodorant can irritate the skin and slow the healing process.