A male client is considering having laser abdominal surgery and asks the nurse if there is any advantage in having this type of surgery? The nurse will respond based on the knowledge that laser…

The correct answer is D. Generally eliminates problems with complications. (A) A lower postoperative infection has been documented as a result of laser therapy versus routine surgery. (B) Clients will still need preoperative sedation to facilitate anxiety reduction. (C) Operating time may actually increase in some laser surgeries. (D) The client must…

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Question

A male client is considering having laser abdominal surgery and asks the nurse if there is any advantage in having this type of surgery? The nurse will respond based on the knowledge that laser surgery:

Options

AHas a smaller postoperative infection rate than routine surgery
BWill eliminate the need for preoperative sedation
CWill result in less operating time
DGenerally eliminates problems with complications

How the community answered

(40 responses)

A
3% (1)
B
3% (1)
C
5% (2)
D
90% (36)

Explanation

(A) A lower postoperative infection has been documented as a result of laser therapy versus routine surgery. (B) Clients will still need preoperative sedation to facilitate anxiety reduction. (C) Operating time may actually increase in some laser surgeries. (D) The client must still be observed for postoperative complications.

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#laser surgery#surgical complications#preoperative teaching#minimally invasive surgery

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