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A 3 year old child had cardiac catheterization. The nurse should include the following in care plan:
A 3 year old child had cardiac catheterization. The nurse should include the following in care plan:
What is the term for a procedure that involves inserting a catheter into the heart to diagnose and treat heart conditions?
What is the term for a procedure that involves inserting a catheter into the heart to diagnose and treat heart conditions?
Cardiac catheterization
Cardiac catheterization is typically performed under general anesthesia.
Cardiac catheterization is typically performed under general anesthesia.
False
After cardiac catheterization, it is recommended to restrict fluid intake for 24 hours.
After cardiac catheterization, it is recommended to restrict fluid intake for 24 hours.
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The head of the bed should be elevated at least 30 degrees after cardiac catheterization.
The head of the bed should be elevated at least 30 degrees after cardiac catheterization.
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Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure.
Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure.
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Study Notes
Cardiac Catheterization Care Plan
- Patient Preparation: Advise the client to lie still, breathe normally, and refrain from talking during the procedure.
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Post-Procedure Care:
- Monitoring: Monitor for responsiveness to general anesthesia.
- Bed Rest: Maintain strict bed rest for 6 to 12 hours (head of the bed elevated no more than 30 degrees).
- NPO: The patient should be NPO for 12 hours.
- Pain Management: Observe for severe pain and medicate as needed.
- Procedure Description: Percutaneous intravascular insertion of a catheter into the ventricles, coronary arteries, or great vessels for diagnostic or interventional purposes.
- Patient Details: A 3-year-old child underwent cardiac catheterization.
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This quiz focuses on the essential care plan for a 3-year-old child undergoing cardiac catheterization. It covers patient preparation, post-procedure monitoring, and specific care instructions to ensure safety and comfort. Test your knowledge of the critical aspects of managing pediatric cardiac procedures.
