HESI RN Nursing Specialty
HESI RN Nursing Specialty ( 78 Questions)
The practical nurse (PN) is preparing a client at 22-weeks gestation for an amniocentesis. Which instruction should the PN give to this client?
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Amniocentesis is a prenatal test that can diagnose genetic disorders and other health issues in a fetus. A provider uses a needle to remove a small amount of amniotic fluid from inside your uterus, and then a lab tests the sample for specific conditions². It is important to empty your urinary bladder prior to the procedure ².
Amniocentesis is a prenatal test that can diagnose genetic disorders and other health issues in a fetus. A provider uses a needle to remove a small amount of amniotic fluid from inside your uterus, and then a lab tests the sample for specific conditions². It is important to empty your urinary bladder prior to the procedure ².