(also refer to surgery, general)

disturbed Body Image may be related to presence of surgical wounds possibly evidenced by verbalizations of feelings/perceptions, fear of reaction by others, preoccupation with change.

risk for Constipation: risk factors may include decreased physical activity/gastric motility, abdominal muscle weakness, insufficient fluid intake, change in usual foods/eating pattern.

risk for Sexual Dysfunction: risk factors may include altered body structure/function, radical resection/treatment procedures, vulnerability/psychological concern about response of significant other(s), and disruption of sexual response pattern (e.g., erection difficulty).