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A nurse has just been told by a friend that her physician has recommended a hysterectomy for fibroids in her womb. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

A nurse has just been told by a friend that her physician has recommended a hysterectomy for fibroids in her womb. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?


A) "Hysterectomies are the most common surgical procedure done on women; you'll be fine."
B) "Tell your doctor to remove your ovaries as well so you will never have to worry about ovarian cancer."
C) "There are other alternatives. Why don't you seek a second opinion just to be sure a hysterectomy is best for you?"
D) "Uterine fibroids are very common so don't feel badly; you've already had your children, so there's no reason to keep your uterus."

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