The patient is instructed to stay flat in bed without bending the legs so that the artery can heal from the insertion of the catheter
A sedative is given to make the patient drowsy and relaxed, but the patient will not be completely asleep during the procedure.
If a ureter is obstructed and ureteral stenting is not possible, a nephrostomy may be performed. During this procedure, a tube is placed through the skin on the patient's back, into the area of the kidney that collects urine.
Aspirin can help decrease the possibility of blood clots forming at the stent. Because anesthesia will be used during the procedure, the patient should not eat or drink after midnight of the previous day.
An intravenous needle will be inserted into a vein in the arm to deliver medications and fluids during the procedure. The catheter insertion site may be shaved.
The procedure is performed with the patient lying on her back with her legs in stirrups.
Although patients often go home the same day or the evening of the procedure, they should plan to stay at the hospital most of the day.
The angle of the tube and detectors in relationships the patient positioned during scout acquisition.
36 inches or approx 3 ft from the patient's face.
When placing a bedpan, the wider end should be positioned at the patient's feet, while the narrower end should be positioned toward the head. This design allows for better comfort and ease of use for the patient. Additionally, ensuring proper placement helps prevent spills and enhances the patient's experience during use.
The coronary artery fills during the diastolic phase of the cardiac cycle
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