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Well ive had ascites so i can give you a rough idea. You press down hard on the stomach in various places to feel for fluid, and tap along the stomach with your finger. Also, turn the person onto their side and tap the side of the stomach to feel for shifting fluid (shifting dullness as it is known). Also check the persons ankles for swelling and check their SATS. Hope that helped a little.
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What are the symptoms of ascites?
Ascites may go unnoticed for quite some time until the patient notices a slight increase in waistline.
What are the early symptoms of ascites?
Ascites may go unnoticed for quite some time until the patient notices a slight increase in waistline.
What is a sentence using the word clinically?
Although clinically dead for two minutes, the patient was successfully revived. Brain injuries can result in a clinically vegetative state.
How is a Denver Catheter drained?
Pleural drain that patient can drain fluid from pleural effusion or ascites on own.
What is the best position for a patient with ascites?
The best position for a patient with ascites is often the semi-Fowler's position, where the patient is propped up at an angle of about 30 to 45 degrees. This position helps facilitate diaphragmatic movement, improves respiratory function, and can alleviate pressure on the abdomen. Additionally, elevating the legs may help reduce edema and improve venous return.
What is an ascites?
An ascites is an accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity.
Can a Nurse practitioner order an mri for her patient?
Ys, nurse practitioners can order MRIs when clinically indicated.
What does ascites look like?
Chylous ascites has a milky appearance
What has the author Alison Russell written?
Alison Russell has written: 'A qualitative study to examine how physiotherapists and occupational therapists are using goal planning clinically'
Does Carcinomatous ascites heal?
Carcinomatous ascites has a very bad prognosis
What does Chylous ascites look like?
Chylous ascites has a milky appearance
Is it ok for a male doctor to examine a female patient without a nurse present?
Of course, you know, the patient is regardless of sex, they are just patient.
