A Client Asks About the Difference Between an Abdominal Hysterectomy

question 19

Multiple Choice

A client asks about the difference between an abdominal hysterectomy and a laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) . What should the nurse explain to this client? Select all that apply.

• A) Recovery will be quicker with an abdominal hysterectomy.
• B) The results are nearly the same between the two surgical approaches.
• C) An abdominal hysterectomy is indicated for uterine bleeding and small fibroids.
• D) Hospitalization will be longer with a laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy.
• E) A laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy does not have an abdominal incision.