What should the nurse point out as a significant advantage of the laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
a. Slightly more invasive, but there is less pain
b. Can be performed on all patients of any age
c. Can be performed even when there are large stones present in the bile duct
d. Less invasive procedure
ANS: D
The laparoscopic cholecystectomy is less invasive and causes less pain and a quick recovery. If there are large stones present a sphincterotomy is done before the laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Persons with bleeding tendencies, pathologic conditions of the abdomen, stones in the bile duct, and extensive adhesions are not good candidates.
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