Table 2 Post-interaction Comprehension Quiz

Indicate whether the following statements are true or false

 1. The major risks of gallbladder removal surgery are bleeding and infection

 2. I am required to follow a low-fat diet after my surgery that consists of soft foods and liquid

 3. There are alternative approaches to managing gallstones, including not having surgery and taking medication for life

 4. In the case of inflammation or the surgeon’s inability to visualize the gallbladder, a large single incision may be used to open the abdomen which would require a longer hospital stay and a more difficult recovery

 5. I must keep the incisions dry for 72 h

 6. Five small incisions will be made, leaving small scars of no more than 1 inch

 7. If your surgery is scheduled for 9:00 am, you should arrive at the hospital at 8:00 am for registration and preparation

 8. You can usually resume normal activities 3 days after surgery

 9. Diarrhea or altered stool consistency or color is common after gallbladder removal surgery

 10. You will have some pain following your surgery, which will be manageable.