A surgeon completes a total laryngectomy. Postoperatively, the nurse explains to the patient's family that:
a) A permanent tracheal stoma would be necessary.
b) A portion of the vocal cord was removed.
c) One vocal cord was removed along with a portion of the larynx.
d) The voice was spared and a tracheostomy would be in place until the airway was established.
Answer: A permanent tracheal stoma would be necessary.
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