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What precautions need to be taken when doing a transesophageal echocardiography?
Patients should avoid consuming alcohol for a day or so before the procedure, since alcohol may amplify the effects of the sedative used with the procedure.
What care should a patient receive after a transesophageal echocardiography?
After the test, it is important to refrain from eating or drinking until the gag reflex has returned-otherwise, the patient may accidentally inhale some of the food or beverage. If a sedative has been given, patients should not drive.
What characteristics does a normal transesophageal echocardiography have?
A normal transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) will typically show clear visualization of cardiac structures, including the chambers, valves, and major vessels of the heart. The images should demonstrate normal heart function, without evidence of structural abnormalities or significant abnormalities in blood flow. Additionally, the procedure should be well-tolerated by the patient with minimal complications.
How should patients be prepared for immunoelectrophoresis?
This test requires a blood sample.
How should patients be prepared for an analanine aminotransferase test?
No special preparations are necessary for this test.
How should patients be prepared for a hyperbaric chamber?
No special preparation is needed to use a hyperbaric chamber other than educating patients about what to expect during treatment.
How should patients be prepared for a breast self-examination?
Before beginning a monthly BSE, a woman's breasts should be completely exposed.
How should patients be prepared for a thallium heart scan?
Patients should not drink alcoholic or caffeinated beverages, smoke tobacco, or ingest other nicotine products for 24 hours before the test. These substances can affect test results. Patients should also not eat anything.
How should patients be prepared for an eye muscle surgery?
Patients should make sure their doctors are aware of any medications that they are taking, even over-the-counter medications. Patients should not take aspirin, or any other blood-thinning medications for ten days prior to surgery.
How should patients be prepared for a transhepatic biliary catheterization?
The standard preoperative blood tests are performed. The patient should not eat or drink the day of the procedure.
How should patients be prepared for immobilization?
There are many reasons for immobilization using splints, casts, and braces. Each person should understand his or her diagnosis clearly.
How should patients be prepared for an esophageal function test?
Patients should not eat or drink for several hours before the exam. Many medications affect the esophagus; doses sometimes need to be adjusted or even stopped for a while. Patients must inform doctors of all medications taken.
