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What is the purpose of a colonoscopy?
What is the purpose of a colonoscopy?
What is inserted into the rectum during a colonoscopy?
What is inserted into the rectum during a colonoscopy?
How does a doctor view the inside of the entire colon during a colonoscopy?
How does a doctor view the inside of the entire colon during a colonoscopy?
What can be done if necessary during a colonoscopy?
What can be done if necessary during a colonoscopy?
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How can patients prepare for a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy?
How can patients prepare for a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy?
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What is done if the provider needs the lower bowel to be clear for an exam on the same day?
What is done if the provider needs the lower bowel to be clear for an exam on the same day?
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What position should the patient be in during a sigmoidoscopy procedure?
What position should the patient be in during a sigmoidoscopy procedure?
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Why is it important to drape the patient so that only the anus is exposed during the sigmoidoscopy procedure?
Why is it important to drape the patient so that only the anus is exposed during the sigmoidoscopy procedure?
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What should be done with any biopsy specimens obtained during the sigmoidoscopy procedure?
What should be done with any biopsy specimens obtained during the sigmoidoscopy procedure?
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What is the purpose of cleaning the patient's anal region after the sigmoidoscopy procedure?
What is the purpose of cleaning the patient's anal region after the sigmoidoscopy procedure?
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When does a bronchoscopy procedure involve inserting an anesthetic jelly into a nostril?
When does a bronchoscopy procedure involve inserting an anesthetic jelly into a nostril?
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What action should be taken right after a sigmoidoscopy patient leaves the room?
What action should be taken right after a sigmoidoscopy patient leaves the room?
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What is the purpose of a biopsy?
What is the purpose of a biopsy?
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In which type of biopsy is an inverted cone of tissue excised, usually from the uterine cervix?
In which type of biopsy is an inverted cone of tissue excised, usually from the uterine cervix?
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Which biopsy type involves obtaining tissue by puncturing a tumor with a rotating needle?
Which biopsy type involves obtaining tissue by puncturing a tumor with a rotating needle?
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What is the technique used in a Punch Biopsy to obtain tissue?
What is the technique used in a Punch Biopsy to obtain tissue?
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Which biopsy type involves obtaining tissue by simply inserting a needle through the skin?
Which biopsy type involves obtaining tissue by simply inserting a needle through the skin?
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What is the primary purpose of tympanometry?
What is the primary purpose of tympanometry?
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What is a common step to take before assisting with a flexible sigmoidoscopy?
What is a common step to take before assisting with a flexible sigmoidoscopy?
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Why is monitoring vital signs important after a sigmoidoscopy procedure?
Why is monitoring vital signs important after a sigmoidoscopy procedure?
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What is the purpose of inflating the lower bowel with air during a sigmoidoscopy?
What is the purpose of inflating the lower bowel with air during a sigmoidoscopy?
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Why are patients usually placed on bed rest for six to eight hours after a sigmoidoscopy?
Why are patients usually placed on bed rest for six to eight hours after a sigmoidoscopy?
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What should be done if rectal bleeding occurs after a sigmoidoscopy?
What should be done if rectal bleeding occurs after a sigmoidoscopy?
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Why must someone drive the patient home after a sigmoidoscopy procedure?
Why must someone drive the patient home after a sigmoidoscopy procedure?
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What type of diet is normally prescribed for a patient scheduled for a sigmoidoscopy?
What type of diet is normally prescribed for a patient scheduled for a sigmoidoscopy?
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Why is bowel cleansing necessary before sigmoidoscopies and colonoscopies?
Why is bowel cleansing necessary before sigmoidoscopies and colonoscopies?
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What is a common instruction given to patients before a colonoscopy?
What is a common instruction given to patients before a colonoscopy?
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What key responsibilities does an assistant have during sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy procedures?
What key responsibilities does an assistant have during sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy procedures?
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When should patients avoid eating or drinking anything before sigmoidoscopies and colonoscopies?
When should patients avoid eating or drinking anything before sigmoidoscopies and colonoscopies?
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Where are sigmoidoscopies and colonoscopies typically performed?
Where are sigmoidoscopies and colonoscopies typically performed?
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