A female client who is diagnosed with a malignant tumor in her bladder is advised to undergo cystectomy followed by a urinary diversion procedure. Which of the following would be most important for the nurse to assess preoperatively?
A) Client's manual dexterity and vision
B) History of allergy to iodine and seafood
C) Dietary habits involving cholesterol-laden food
D) Menstrual history
A
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It is essential to assess manual dexterity, vision, and level of understanding of a client who undergoes a urinary diversion procedure because this information will determine the client's ability to manage stoma care and self-catheterization following the urinary diversion procedure. The client's history of allergy to iodine and seafood, dietary habits related to high cholesterol intake, and menstrual history are not important factors for this situation.
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