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A Patient Has Had a Splenectomy to Control Bleeding from a Lacerated

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A patient has had a splenectomy to control bleeding from a lacerated spleen following an automobile accident. The nurse will teach the patient about the increased risk for


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Treatment

The management and care of a patient to combat a disease or disorder, including medical, psychological, and alternative methods.

PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event.

Risk Factors

Elements or conditions that increase the likelihood of developing a disease or injury.

Post-Event Factors

Elements or influences that occur after an event which can affect the memory of that event, perceptions of the event, or behaviors influenced by the event.

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