Hysterectomy Post-Op Care

Contact Hours: 1

Author(s):

Claudia Keck Ph.D., RN, CRRN 

Course Overview

Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure involving the removal of the uterus. This procedure is commonly performed to address various gynecological conditions. The postoperative care of clients undergoing a hysterectomy is crucial for ensuring a smooth recovery, minimizing complications, and promoting overall well-being. In this course, learners will understand the definition and various types of hysterectomy, recognize trends and consequences of hysterectomy, and identify appropriate nursing and psychological support measures. 

Course Outline

  1. Introduction 
  2. Hysterectomy post-op care 
  3. Psychosocial Considerations and Management 
  4. Considerations for Healthcare providers 
  5. Conclusion 

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

  1. Understand the definition of hysterectomy. 
  2. Analyze trends in the U.S. related to hysterectomy. 
  3. Identify types of hysterectomy procedures. 
  4. Recognize indications and alternatives for hysterectomy. 
  5. Identifies complications associated with hysterectomy procedures 
  6. Understands the recovery after hysterectomy. 
  7. Recognizes psychosocial factors that affect a client’s coping with a hysterectomy procedure. 
  8. Identifies appropriate care measures to support a patient after a hysterectomy 
  9. Understand considerations for healthcare providers. 

Accreditations and Approvals

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  • American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
  • California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
  • Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
  • Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
  • Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)
  • Delaware Board of Nursing (DE-24-010127)
  • Alabama Board of Nursing (#ABNP1577)
  • Iowa Board of Nursing (#393)
  • Kansas Board of Nursing (LT0340-0325)

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Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards 1 contact hours of continuing education.

Written For

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirements for Completion

  1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
  2. Read and learn all course materials
  3. Complete the course evaluation
  4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

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