Asked by Tshegofatso Matseba on Jun 20, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient scheduled for repair of a torn rotator cuff.The nurse understands that this surgery will be classified as:
A) Reconstructive, minor, elective
B) Cosmetic, minor, urgent
C) Ablative, major, emergency,
D) Reconstructive, major, urgent
Rotator Cuff
A group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, keeping the head of your upper arm bone firmly within the shallow socket of the shoulder.
Reconstructive
Pertaining to surgery aimed at restoring the appearance or function of body parts damaged by trauma, disease, or congenital defects.
Cosmetic
Relating to treatments or products used to enhance or alter the appearance of the body, especially for beauty purposes.
- Identify and classify types of surgery based on urgency, necessity, and extent.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify and classify types of surgery based on urgency, necessity, and extent.
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