Appendectomy! What to expect from a patient presenting with acute appendicitis.

This video is a clinical overview of acute appendicitis, surgical approaches for removal, open versus laparoscopic. The common post-op nursing assessment, nursing interventions and review of potential complications and associated interventions. Lastly, common discharge instructions for the post-op appendectomy client.
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Is there a reason why they make incisions on the left side when they do the surgery laparoscopically?

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To have access to surgical area and avoid contamination when removing inflamed appendix laparoscopically.