A client is scheduled to have a laparoscopic cholecystectomy as an outpatient. The client asks the nurse when he will be able to resume normal activities. What information should the nurse provide?
A) Normal activities may be resumed the day after surgery.
B) Normal activities may be resumed in 1 week.
C) Normal activities may be resumed in 2 weeks.
D) Normal activities may be resumed in 1 month.
B
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A prolonged recovery period usually is unnecessary. Most clients resume normal activities within 1 week.
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A) A suction machine B) A defibrillator C) Cardioversion equipment D) An ECG machine
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