The nurse educator is discussing abdominal and vaginal ...

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The nurse educator is discussing abdominal and vaginal hysterectomy with the students. The one main disadvantage of a vaginal hysterectomy is:
 
  1. More blood loss with the surgery.
  2. Increased pain postoperatively.
  3. A longer recuperation period.
  4. Trauma to the bladder.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching experienced postpartum nurses about homecare visits. Which statements indicate that teaching was effective? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Select all that apply. 1. I should tell the family to put any guns or knives away.
  2. It is best to wear professional street clothes on visits.
  3. If I encounter a crime in progress, I should leave the area.
  4. Wearing jewelry is a good way to demonstrate my professionalism.
  5. Ignoring my gut' feelings might lead to an unsafe situation.

[joneynes]

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: There is more blood loss with an abdominal hysterectomy.
Rationale 2: There is more pain with an abdominal hysterectomy.
Rationale 3: There is a longer recuperation period with an abdominal hysterectomy.
Rationale 4: The chance of doing some trauma to the bladder is greater with the vaginal hysterectomy.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: The nurse should leave immediately if guns or knives are visible.
Rationale 2: It is best to wear clothing that identifies the nurse as a healthcare professional, such as scrubs or a lab coat.
Rationale 3: Personal safety is paramount. If a crime is encountered, the nurse should leave immediately and call 911.
Rationale 4: Jewelry should not be worn, as it might make the nurse a target of robbery.
Rationale 5: When the nurse feels instinctively unsafe, he or she should leave immediately.

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Gracias!

[olderstudent]

Great answer, keep it coming