University:
West Coast University
Course:
NURS 110 | Introduction to Professional Nursing
Academic year:

2021
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393

Pages:

1
Author:

Hallie Randolph

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Diagnostic Procedure STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ Fluoroscopy PROCEDURE NAME ____________________________________________________________________ AMS 25 REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________ Description of Procedure Use of x-rays that identify contrasts in body tissue densities; may involve the use of contrast agents; for skeletal, lung and gastrointestinal cancers; allows live x-ray images to be generated via camera to a video screen, is used to assist invasive procedures, to identify lesions. It may also be used to study the movement of the chest wall, mediastinum, heart, and diaphragm; to detect diaphragm paralysis Indications Dx of cancer Identification of lesions Organ function examination Interpretation of Findings assessment of an organs function through detailed video image of the particular organ in action Potential Complications SOB Bleeding at the Site Infection Contrast Dye Allergic Reaction Radiation Risks ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES CONSIDERATIONS Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post) Pre- Verify Consent - assess for KA - assess anticoagulation status and renal function - ensure pt has not eaten or drank anything preprocedurally normally 6-8hrs - obtain medication/therapy report for contraindications Post - recover and home care - monitor the pt for SOB, bleeding, infection - consider the pt anxiety by providing postbiopsy care and pt edu. Client Education Pre- Do not eat or drink anything for 6-8hr pre procedure, Family Hx, report allergies. importance of medication/Therapies reporting for contraindications, report pregnancy or possibility of pregnancy Post- Pt and family are instructed to report pain, SOB, visible bleeding, redness of the biospy site, or purulent drainage (pus) to report immediately (knowledge of signs/symptoms of infection) Nursing Interventions - Maintain airway, provide O2 therapy - Report to Provider Immediately - Anaphylaxis Response procedure - measure if Risk out way benefits