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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:
- NPO for 12 hours (correct)
- Observe for severe pain & medicate as needed (correct)
- Bed rest for 24 hours (correct)
- Monitoring for responsive to general anesthesia (correct)
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 (B)
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.
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.
Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure.
Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure.
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Cardiac Catheterization
Cardiac Catheterization
A medical procedure where a thin tube (catheter) is inserted into a blood vessel, typically in the arm or leg, and guided to the heart to visualize and treat heart conditions.
General Anesthesia
General Anesthesia
A state of unconsciousness induced by medication, used during surgeries or procedures.
Post-Procedure Recovery
Post-Procedure Recovery
The period after a surgical procedure or medical treatment, when the body heals and recovers.
Responsiveness
Responsiveness
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Bed Rest
Bed Rest
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NPO (Nothing by Mouth)
NPO (Nothing by Mouth)
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Pain
Pain
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Pain Medication
Pain Medication
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Insertion Site
Insertion Site
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Percutaneous Intravascular Insertion
Percutaneous Intravascular Insertion
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Ventricles
Ventricles
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Coronary Arteries
Coronary Arteries
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Great Vessels
Great Vessels
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Diagnostic and Interventional Treatment
Diagnostic and Interventional Treatment
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Head of Bed Elevated
Head of Bed Elevated
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Extremity Extension
Extremity Extension
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Bleeding from Insertion Site
Bleeding from Insertion Site
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Strict Bed Rest Time
Strict Bed Rest Time
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Head of Bed Elevation Angle
Head of Bed Elevation Angle
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Extremity Extension Time
Extremity Extension Time
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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.
- 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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