Ascites

Ascites ( 30 Questions)

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Question 17 :

A client with suspected ascites is scheduled for paracentesis. The nurse explains to the client that this procedure involves:

A Inserting a tube into the bladder to drain urine.

Inserting a tube into the bladder to drain urine is not related to paracentesis, which involves withdrawing fluid from the abdominal cavity.

B Inserting a needle into the abdomen to withdraw fluid.

This statement is correct. Paracentesis is a procedure that involves inserting a needle into the abdomen to withdraw fluid from the abdominal cavity, typically to diagnose or relieve ascites.

C Administering a contrast dye and performing an X-ray.

Administering a contrast dye and performing an X-ray is not part of paracentesis and is not used to diagnose ascites.

D Injecting medication into a joint for pain relief.

Injecting medication into a joint for pain relief is not related to paracentesis or the management of ascites.

Ascites

Ascites ( 30 Questions)

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