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Cardiac Catheterization Procedure Overview

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What is one of the risks associated with catheterization mentioned in the text?

Cartilage damage in the knee

Dizziness and headache after the procedure

Bleeding, Infection, and Bruising in the ear

Allergic reactions to latex or rubber products (correct)

What is a preparation step advised in the text before cardiac catheterization?

Inform the doctor about any allergic reactions (correct)

Bring all jewelry and accessories to the procedure

Avoid disclosing information about medications

Skip emptying the bladder before the procedure

What is done with the balloon-tipped dilation catheter during cardiac catheterization?

Used to remove dentures before the procedure

Threaded through the femoral artery

Inserted into a vein in the arm

Inflated with high pressure to compress blockages (correct)

What is the purpose of angiography during cardiac catheterization?

To inject dye for identification of blocked arteries Signup and view all the answers

What medical procedure is referred to as PTCA in the text?

Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Cardiac Catheterization?

To diagnose and evaluate cardiovascular conditions Signup and view all the answers

Where is a catheter typically inserted during Cardiac Catheterization?

In the neck Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of injecting dye during Cardiac Catheterization?

To visualize blood vessels and heart chambers using X-rays Signup and view all the answers

Which medical professionals are involved in performing Cardiac Catheterization?

Cardiologists, nurses, technicians, and other medical professionals Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT an indication for Cardiac Catheterization?

Taking blood pressure measurements Signup and view all the answers