title: Teaching patients to care for drains after breast surgery for malignancy.
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.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Dietrick-Gallagher
authors.forename: M M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Hyzinski
mesh_terms: D004322:Drainage; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015411:Mastectomy, Modified Radical; D008875:Middle Aged; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012648:Self Care