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The patient has the option of lting on his/her back or side. Then we count from 100 to 0, or try to. I am usually outat 95. If we are on our backs, the doctor and assisstant will roll us to the side. Then the fun begins. Oh, according to my previous internist, we do actually 'break wind' even though there's nothing inside of us except hot air.
What else can I help you with?
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.
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.
In what body part do colonoscopy patients get their sedative?
They do it in the eye
Should patients taking blood thinners use precaution with taking a colonoscopy?
Patients who regularly take aspirin , nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), blood thinners, or insulin should be sure to inform the physician prior to the colonoscopy.
How is colonoscopy now used as a screening tool?
Colonoscopy is being used increasingly as a screening tool in both asymptomatic patients and patients at risk for colon cancer. It has been recommended as a screening test in all people 50 years or older.
An oblique projection has the patients body positioned parallel to the film?
oblique
What is a screening test used to determine the presence of colon polyps and colon cancer?
Colonoscopy is being used increasingly as a screening tool in both asymptomatic patients and patients at risk for colon cancer. It has been recommended as a screening test in all people 50 years or older.
During a colonoscopy the patient should be placed in the Sim's position?
right
Can a prostate biopsy be done during a colonoscopy?
No. The two procedures are separate.
What kind of people can't get colonoscopies?
Patients with severe active colitis, extremely dilated colon (toxic megacolon), or severely inflamed bowel may not be candidates for colonoscopy. Patients requiring continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis
What is examined during a colonoscopy?
the rectum and the entire inner lining of the colon (large intestine).
