The Licensed Practical Nurse to Associate of Science in Nursing (LPN-ASN) program recognizes and gives credit for your previous education as a licensed practical nurse. Upon completion of this program, you will be eligible for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
colpotomy. n, pl-mies. 1. (Surgery) a surgical incision into the wall of the vagina. [C20: from colpo- + -tomy].
Colostomy surgery involves bringing part of your colon (large intestine) to the surface of your abdomen to form an ostomy. A colostomy is usually created on the left-hand side of your abdomen, and can be either temporary or permanent depending on the reason for surgery or the severity of the illness.