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Does a tenaculum puncture the cervix during a medical procedure?
No, a tenaculum does not puncture the cervix during a medical procedure. It is a tool used to grasp and stabilize the cervix for various procedures, but it does not puncture it.
Is blood drawn from veins or arteries during a medical procedure?
Blood is typically drawn from veins during a medical procedure, as veins are more accessible and less risky to puncture compared to arteries.
Can you be put to sleep to have a lumbar puncture?
Yes, you can be sedated or given local anesthesia to help you stay still and calm during a lumbar puncture procedure. However, general anesthesia is typically not used as it is not necessary for this procedure. It is usually done with the patient awake and alert.
How is the paracentesis procedure begun?
During paracentesis, special needles puncture the abdominal wall, being careful not to hit internal organs.
Is blood drawn from arteries or veins during a medical procedure?
Blood is typically drawn from veins during a medical procedure, as they are easier to access and less risky than arteries.
When is the intracranial pressure of the skull measured during a lumbar puncture procedure?
This pressure is always measured immediately upon insertion of the LP needle.
Should there be blood in my IV during a medical procedure?
No, there should not be blood in your IV during a medical procedure. If you see blood in your IV, it may indicate a problem with the IV placement or a potential complication that needs to be addressed by medical staff.
What are some potential risks associated with a medical procedure that were not discussed by the healthcare provider?
Some potential risks associated with a medical procedure that were not discussed by the healthcare provider could include infection, allergic reactions to medications or materials used during the procedure, complications related to anesthesia, and unexpected side effects or complications specific to the individual's medical history or condition. It is important for patients to ask questions and seek clarification from their healthcare provider to fully understand the risks involved in a medical procedure.
Is lung capacity testing a standard procedure during a medical screening?
yes
What is the most crucial nursing intervention during thoracentesis?
Instruct the pt not to move, cough, or deep breathe during the procedure; may puncture causing pneumothorax. After procedure listen for adventitious lung sounds and watch for a mediastinal shift- both indicate a pneumothorax. Monitor vitals, breath sounds and puncture site. Promote coughing and deep breathing, facilitate lung expansion-HOB up
What is a mortuary technician?
A Mortuary Technician is somone who assists the Medical Examiner during an Autopsy procedure.
Can you tape record your surgery or other medical procedure while i am unconscious. During a colonoscopy procedure I was thrown out of the operating room when the doctor refused to be recorded.?
no
