01
Front
What makes a diagnostic procedure invasive?
Back
They enter the body to obtain tissue or fluid, view internal organs, or image blood vessels.
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02
Front
What should be confirmed before an invasive procedure?
Back
Confirm the patient’s identity, the planned procedure, consent, and understanding of what will happen.
03
Front
What are common risks of a biopsy?
Back
Common risks include bleeding and infection; pain or bruising may also occur.
04
Front
How can preparation differ between upper endoscopy and colonoscopy?
Back
Upper endoscopy may require fasting; colonoscopy may require prescribed bowel cleansing.
05
Front
What is the purpose of a lumbar puncture?
Back
It collects cerebrospinal fluid or measures its pressure.
06
Front
How does catheter angiography produce vascular images?
Back
A catheter is inserted into a blood vessel, and contrast material is injected to create X-ray images.
07
Front
What should a patient taking an anticoagulant do before a procedure?
Back
Review it with the procedural clinician and follow their instructions. Patients should not stop prescribed medicines on their own.
08
Front
What should be monitored when a patient is sedated?
Back
Monitor breathing, oxygenation, circulation, and level of responsiveness according to the sedation plan.
09
Front
Which changes at a biopsy site warrant attention?
Back
Worsening pain, increasing redness or swelling, fever, drainage, or bleeding that does not stop should be watched for and reported.
10
Front
Which symptoms after endoscopy require urgent assessment?
Back
Trouble breathing, worsening chest or abdominal pain, fever, bloody vomit, black or bloody stool, or bleeding that does not stop.
11
Front
What may a persistent or worsening headache when upright after lumbar puncture indicate?
Back
It may indicate a cerebrospinal-fluid leak and should be reported for assessment.
12
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What must a patient do during lumbar puncture needle insertion?
Back
The patient must stay still while a needle is inserted into the lower back.
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