Which of the Following Advantages of Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery Over

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following advantages of video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery over a thoracotomy is MOST related to recovery in the activities domain within the International Classification of Functioning (ICF) model?

• A)Reduced hospital length of stay
• B)Improved pulmonary functioning
• C)Early patient mobilization and recovery
• D)Less pain postoperatively

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