NURS 321 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Appendectomy, Paracetamol, Dicycloverine
17 May 2021
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Lower gi x-ray or barium enema- structural examination of the colon. Prep bowel with laxative/enemas evening before until colon clear of stool. Explain to client about cramping and urge to defecate during procedure (same feeling as regular enema) Explain need to assume multiple positions on x-ray table. After procedure provide fluids/laxatives/suppositories as ordered to clear colon of barium. Ultrasound (abdominal, hepatobiliary, gallbladder)- detect abdominal masses; detect liver tumors, cirrhosis; visualize biliary ducts; detect gallstones. Radiology computed tomography (ct scan) of abdomen/pelvis- used to diagnose abnormalities to multiple organs/structures in abdomen and pelvis; contrast medium given to accentuate density differences. Depending upon reason for scan, institution policy, and individual client"s history, Po and/or iv contrast medium will be given. Screen clients for history of allergies to contrast medium. Determine if client has sensitivity to iodine. Magnetic resonance imaging- stage colorectal cancer; identify sources of bleeding; detect hepatic metastases. Contraindicated for clients with any metal implants.
