Ascites
Ascites ( 30 Questions)
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is used to assess heart rhythm and electrical activity, not to visualize ascites.
A chest X-ray is not specific to visualizing abdominal fluid accumulation and is not commonly used for diagnosing ascites.
This statement is correct. Abdominal ultrasound is commonly used to visualize and assess the presence of ascites by providing real-time images of the abdominal cavity, allowing healthcare providers to identify fluid accumulation.
A complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test that evaluates the number and types of blood cells. While it may be useful for other diagnostic purposes, it is not used to visualize ascites.
Choice A reason:
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is used to assess heart rhythm and electrical activity, not to visualize ascites.
Choice B reason:
A chest X-ray is not specific to visualizing abdominal fluid accumulation and is not commonly used for diagnosing ascites.
Choice C reason:
This statement is correct. Abdominal ultrasound is commonly used to visualize and assess the presence of ascites by providing real-time images of the abdominal cavity, allowing healthcare providers to identify fluid accumulation.
Choice D reason:
A complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test that evaluates the number and types of blood cells. While it may be useful for other diagnostic purposes, it is not used to visualize ascites.