Surgery is performed in several different types of healthcare facilities. The nurse is assisting a client who is to undergo a tubal ligation for sterilization. What type of surgery is undergoing a tubal ligation for sterilization considered?
A) Optional/elective surgery
B) Required/nonelective surgery
C) Urgent/nonelective surgery
D) Emergency surgery
A
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Optional/elective surgery is for a condition that is not life threatening, such as a tubal ligation for sterilization. Required/nonelective surgery is necessary at some time. Urgent/nonelective surgery must be performed within a short time, to prevent further damage to the client. Emergency surgery must be performed immediately to save the client's life.
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