PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 - Exam 2
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 - Exam 2 ( 91 Questions)
Prone position is not appropriate for a paracentesis, as it can compress the abdominal organs and make it difficult to access the peritoneal cavity.
Knees elevated position is not appropriate for a paracentesis, as it can increase the intra-abdominal pressure and reduce the amount of fluid that can be drained.
Lithotomy position is not appropriate for a paracentesis, as it can expose the genital area and increase the risk of infection or injury.
Leaning forward position is appropriate for a paracentesis, as it can shift the abdominal organs upward and allow more space for the needle insertion and fluid drainage.
Choice A reason: Prone position is not appropriate for a paracentesis, as it can compress the abdominal organs and make it difficult to access the peritoneal cavity.
Choice B reason: Knees elevated position is not appropriate for a paracentesis, as it can increase the intra-abdominal pressure and reduce the amount of fluid that can be drained.
Choice C reason: Lithotomy position is not appropriate for a paracentesis, as it can expose the genital area and increase the risk of infection or injury.
Choice D reason: Leaning forward position is appropriate for a paracentesis, as it can shift the abdominal organs upward and allow more space for the needle insertion and fluid drainage.