A Patient Is Scheduled to Have a Left Nephrostomy

question 24

Multiple Choice

A patient is scheduled to have a left nephrostomy.This means that the patient will have:

• A)his left kidney removed.
• B)an incision made into the kidney to remove a stone.
• C)a new opening in the kidney.
• D)his left kidney fixed in place.
• E)a visual examination of the kidney.
• F)a kidney transplant.

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Definitions:

BAL

Blood Alcohol Level, the concentration of alcohol in one's bloodstream, used to measure intoxication for legal and medical purposes.

Long-term Effects

The consequences or outcomes of an event, process, or decision that become apparent after a significant period.

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance commonly found in beverages such as beer, wine, and spirits, known for its intoxicating effects.

Cocaine

A powerful stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant native to South America, which is used illicitly for its euphoric effects.