Question

A 73-year-old client has returned to the postanesthesia care unit where you practice nursing. The client had a pacemaker implanted and it is your responsibility to begin client education upon his becoming alert. Which of the following postimplantation instructions must you provide to the client now that he has a permanent pacemaker?

a) Delay for at least 3 weeks activities such as swimming and bowling.
b) Keep the arm on the side of the pacemaker higher than the head.
c) Keep moving the arm on the side where the pacemaker is inserted.
d) Avoid sources of electrical interference.

Answer 1

The postimplantation instruction that must be provided to the client is to avoid sources of electrical interference to ensure the pacemaker works correctly.

Step-by-step explanation:

After a pacemaker implantation, there are several postimplantation instructions that must be provided to the client. The correct instruction among the options provided is to avoid sources of electrical interference. This means that the client should stay away from devices or situations that may generate strong electromagnetic fields, such as MRI machines, magnets, or high-voltage areas. These can potentially interfere with the functioning of the pacemaker and cause harm to the client. It is essential to follow this instruction to ensure the pacemaker works correctly.