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The nurse learns that a client is being considered for a total abdominal hysterectomy. Which health problem should the nurse suspect this client is experiencing? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Small fibroids
  2. Ovarian cancer
  3. Cervical cancer
  4. Pelvic relaxation
  5. Abnormal uterine bleeding

Question 2

A client asks about the difference between an abdominal hysterectomy and a laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH). What should the nurse explain to this client? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Recovery will be quicker with an abdominal hysterectomy.
  2. The results are nearly the same between the two surgical approaches.
  3. An abdominal hysterectomy is indicated for uterine bleeding and small fibroids.
  4. Hospitalization will be longer with a laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy.
  5. A laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy does not have an abdominal incision.


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Answer to Question 1

2, 3
Explanation:
1. Vaginal hysterectomy is generally done for small fibroids.
2. Abdominal hysterectomy is the usual treatment for cancer of the ovary.
3. Abdominal hysterectomy is the usual treatment for cancer of the cervix.
4. Vaginal hysterectomy is generally done for pelvic relaxation.
5. Vaginal hysterectomy is generally done for abnormal uterine bleeding.

Answer to Question 2

2, 5
Explanation:
1. Recovery is quicker with a LAVH.
2. A benefit is that the surgeon can achieve results similar to those of a total abdominal hysterectomy when using LAVH, but without a large abdominal incision.
3. A vaginal hysterectomy is indicated for uterine bleeding and small fibroids.
4. Hospitalization will be longer with an abdominal hysterectomy.
5. A benefit is that a LAVH does not have a large abdominal incision.



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