Paracentesis

Question 1

This procedure collect fluid from where?

Answer 1

Peritoneal cavity of abdomen

Question 2

What to do before procedure?

Answer 2

Have a client void to empty bladder

Weigh and take vital signs

Measure abdomen

Question 3

What position should the client be in during this procedure?

Answer 3

Sitting on Edge of bed

Question 4

What do you do after the procedure?

Answer 4

Monitor vital signs

Monitor bleeding

Apply sterile dressing to insertion site

Measure fluid collected

Make sure urine is not bloody

Question 5

This is an invasive procedure. Make sure the client has_______.

Answer 5

Informed consent