A client at 10 weeks' gestation has developed cholecystitis.If surgery is required,the safest time during pregnancy would be:

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The safest time for surgery during pregnancy is in the second trimester, between weeks 14 and 26. This is when the risk of miscarriage is lowest and the fetus is less likely to be affected by anesthesia. Surgery in the first trimester carries a higher risk of miscarriage, while surgery in the third trimester carries a higher risk of preterm labor and delivery. However, in some cases, surgery may be necessary at any point in pregnancy to protect the health of the mother and/or fetus.

A Client at 10 Weeks' Gestation Has Developed Cholecystitis