A client is scheduled to have a hysteroscopic myomectomy. Which statement by the client indicates that she understands the procedure?
a. "I will need to deliver future children by cesarean section."
b. "I need to schedule this during the last part of my cycle."
c. "My uterus will be removed through tiny incisions."
d. "This operation will make me infertile."
A
Because of the risk for uterine rupture after this procedure, future deliveries will be done by ce-sarean section. The procedure is done during the early part of the menstrual cycle to limit blood loss and reduce the possibility of interrupting a pregnancy. This operation is a uterus-sparing procedure. The woman will not be infertile after the myomectomy.
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