Which surgical classification would be the most appropriate for a card

Which surgical classification would be the most appropriate for a cardiac catheterization sched-uled on a 44-year-old male client who is in the hospital with chest pain?

1. Major
2. Minor
3. Ablative
4. Elective

ANSWER

ANS: 1
Major surgery involves extensive reconstruction or alteration in body parts and poses great risks to well-being. Minor surgery involves minimal alteration in body parts, is often designed to cor-rect deformities, and involves minimal risks compared with major procedures. Ablative surgery is the excision or removal of a diseased body part. Elective surgery is performed on the basis of client’s choice, is not essential, and is not always necessary for health.