A client is scheduled for annuloplasty surgery to the aortic valve. Which of the following will most likely occur during this client's procedure?
1. A catheter will be inserted through the femoral vein.
2. A heart bypass machine will be used.
3. Local anesthesia will be provided.
4. A balloon will inflate and stretch the valve open.
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For an annuloplasty, the client will receive general anesthesia and a heart bypass machine will be used. A balloon valvuloplasty is done by inserting a catheter through the femoral vein or artery and stretching the valve open with a balloon. The client needs general anesthesia for an annuloplasty and not a local anesthetic.
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