Which nursing implication is appropriate for a client undergoing a paracentesis?

The correct answer is A. Have the client void before the procedure. (A) A full bladder would impede withdrawal of ascitic fluid. (B) Keeping the client NPO is not necessary. (C) The client may exhibit signs and symptoms of shock and hypertension. (D) No position change is needed after the procedure.

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Options

AHave the client void before the procedure.
BKeep the client NPO.
CObserve the client for hypertension following the procedure.
DPlace the client on the right side following the procedure.

How the community answered

(31 responses)

A
81% (25)
B
13% (4)
C
3% (1)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

(A) A full bladder would impede withdrawal of ascitic fluid. (B) Keeping the client NPO is not necessary. (C) The client may exhibit signs and symptoms of shock and hypertension. (D) No position change is needed after the procedure.

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#paracentesis#pre-procedure care#bladder decompression#nursing implications

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