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Assignment:
Define the following terms:
- Cholelithiasiso
- Cholecystitiso
Traditional (open) cholecystectomy versus laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Common bile dust exploration
Identify the signs and symptoms of:
- Cholelithiasis
- Cholecystitis
Identify risk factors associated with the development of cholelithiasis.
Discuss lab and imaging studies used to diagnose acute cholelithiasis.
Describe standard preoperative teaching and rationale for abdominal surgery.
Describe nursing management of a preoperative cholecystectomy patient.
Discuss pain management of the patient with acute cholelithiasis.
Discuss the rationale for monitoring intake and output of the patient acute cholelithiasis.
Discuss the legal ramifications of obtaining operative consent forms.
Describe items that should be included on a preoperative checklist.
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