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An intravenous line is inserted into a vein in the patient's arm to administer, in most cases, a sedative and a painkiller.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoAn intravenous line is inserted into a vein in the patient's arm to administer, in most cases, a sedative and a painkiller.
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∙ 13y agoDuring the colonoscopy, the sedative and the pain medications will keep the patient drowsy and relaxed.
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Is intravenous used during coronary stenting?
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.
How do patients lie during a colonoscopy?
During the colonoscopy, patients are asked to lie on their sides with their knees drawn up towards the abdomen.
How are larger tumors removed in a colonoscopy?
For excising tumors or performing other types of surgery on the colon during colonoscopy, an electrosurgical device or laser system may be used in conjunction with the colonoscope.
Your spleen was lacerated during colonoscopy?
you could eventually die.
Can a prostate biopsy be done during a colonoscopy?
No. The two procedures are separate.
During a colonoscopy the patient should be placed in the Sim's position?
right
What sedatives are used during colonoscopy?
A Colonoscopy is usally done under twilight anesthesia. Most likely a medicine equivalant to Valium or Versed, with some pain medication thrown in there, and some Amnesia control. Some people wake up during the last part of the colonoscopy while others prefer to be made not aware of anything in which case more Anesthesia will be given.
When is intravenous feeding used instead of tube feeding?
Intravenous feeding can supply some or all of the nutrients these patients need.
Why can't patients drink purple juices before a colonoscopy?
Red or purple juices should be avoided, since they can cause coloring of the colon that may be misinterpreted during the colonoscopy.
Why can't patients drink red juices before a colonoscopy?
Red or purple juices should be avoided, since they can cause coloring of the colon that may be misinterpreted during the colonoscopy.
What is examined during a colonoscopy?
the rectum and the entire inner lining of the colon (large intestine).
IN THE EVENT OF A TEAR IN THE COLON WALL DURING A COLONOSCOPY , HOW IS IT REPAIRED?
IN THE EVENT OF A TEAR IN THE COLON WALL DURING A ENDOSCOPY, HOW IS IT REPAIRED?
