Which Statement Indicates That the Patient Who Has Had an Abdominal

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which statement indicates that the patient who has had an abdominal hysterectomy needs further home teaching?

• A) "I understand I can lift as much as 20 lb."
• B) "I'm leaving today to stay with my daughter,who lives 20 miles away.My husband plans to drive the family car."
• C) "The health care provider said I can't have sexual intercourse for 4 to 6 weeks."
• D) "I'm going to miss wearing my girdle or knee-high hose."

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Definitions:

Nursing Diagnosis

A clinical judgment about individual, family, or community responses to actual and potential health problems/life processes, providing the basis for selecting nursing interventions.

Osteoporosis

A condition characterized by weakened bones that are more prone to fracture, often resulting from bone density loss.

Exercise Program

A planned routine of physical activities designed to improve health and fitness.

Muscle Weakness

A reduction in the strength of one or more muscles, affecting physical performance.