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Chapter 2 Care for the Surgical Patient

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What are some reasons surgery may be performed(9)

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1)Diagnostic-Surgical exploration that allows confirmation of diagnosis 2)Ablative-Excision or removal of diseased body part 3)Palliative-for relief or reduction of intensity of symptoms 4)Reconstructive-Restoration of function or appearance following malformation or trauma 5)Curative-Cures the problem 6)Preventative-Prevents future damage or problems from occurring 7)Transplant-Replacement of malfunctioning organs 8)Constructive-Restoration of function lost or reduced due to congenital anomalies 9)Cosmetic-Alteration of appearance


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