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Diagnostic Test
NURS 20030 Fall 2012
Question | Answer |
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Diagnostic Test | |
What is Abdominal Paracentesis? | Def: Fluid accumulates around the structures in abdomen, so a needle is used to remove a sample of fluid or drain fluid that has accumulated. Anesthesia: Local Time: 10 to 15 minutes Location: Normally in doctors office |
Reasons to have an Abdominal Paracentesis? | Bleeding Infection Disease of organs, such as liver Fluid maked breathing difficult Fluid causes pain |
Possible Complications of Abdominal Paracentesis? | Bleeding Infection Accidental piercing of structures in the abdomen |
Factors that increase risk of complications with Abdominal Paracentesis? | Smoking Bleeding Disorders Poor Nutrition Pregnancy Full Bladder Infection in the area where procedure will be done |
Test Patient will have before Abdominal Paracentesis? | Physical Exam Blood Tests X Ray CT Scan Ultrasound MRI Scan |