Bunionectomy Teaching 1410

The patient was instructed in bunionectomy in the importance of wearing an immobilization device cast, or bunion boot for 3 to 6 weeks after surgery. The patient was advised to rest frequently with feet elevated. The patient was recommended to wear flat, wide-toed shoes and sandals after the dressing or cast is removed.

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