Asked by Marina Girgiss on Jul 15, 2024
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The medical provider has explained to Cherise that she has an abscess in her spleen and the spleen will need to be removed. When the medical assistant who is educating Cherise on the procedure asks if she has any questions, she asks if the spleen removal will cause a health problem. What is the best response to her question?
A) "There is no effect. It is done all the time."
B) "You may have frequent headaches."
C) "The liver will take over most of the spleen's functions."
D) "What makes you ask that?"
E) "You will no longer be able to eat certain foods."
Abscess
A collection of pus (white blood cells, bacteria, and dead skin cells) that forms as a result of infection.
Liver Functions
Involved in detoxification, protein synthesis, and production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.
Spleen Removal
A surgical procedure, also known as splenectomy, performed to remove the spleen due to conditions such as trauma, disease, or blood disorders.
- Comprehend the impact of removing organs like the spleen on the immune system.
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Zybrea KnightJul 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The liver can compensate for many of the spleen's functions after its removal, helping to filter blood and fight infections, which is why this is the best response to Cherise's concern about potential health problems following spleen removal.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the impact of removing organs like the spleen on the immune system.