What information should the nurse provide to a client who is scheduled to have abdominal ascites fluid removed?
1. A catheter will be inserted into the bladder
2. A liver biopsy will be done
3. An abdominal paracentesis will be done
4. A thoracentesis will be done
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Inserting a catheter into the bladder will only relieve urine, not the accumulation of fluid in the abdomen.
Rationale 2: A liver biopsy is performed to obtain a sample of the liver, not to remove fluid.
Rationale 3: An abdominal paracentesis is performed to remove ascites, which relieves pressure on the abdominal organs.
Rationale 4: A thoracentesis is performed to remove excess fluid or air to ease breathing.
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