As a nurse you know that women who, for medical reasons, need to undergo a hysterectomy have a variety of needs. What major goal would you expect to set with this patient?
A) Acceptance of loss of the uterus
B) Management of pain
C) Minimal complications
D) Increased anxiety related to surgery
Ans: A
Feedback: The major goals may include relief of anxiety, acceptance of loss of the uterus, absence of pain or discomfort, increased knowledge of self-care requirements, and absence of complications. Option D is a nursing diagnosis, not a goal.
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