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: The surgically created opening of the colon (large intestine) which results in a stoma. A colostomy is created when a portion of the colon or the rectum is removed and the remaining colon is brought to the abdominal wall. It may further be defined by the portion of the colon involved and/or its permanence. Temporary Colostomy