What is an essential nursing measure to prevent injury to the patient who is to receive a paracentesis?
a. Have patient sign a permit
b. Pad side rails
c. Check for allergy to contrast media or to shellfish
d. Have patient void immediately before procedure
ANS: D
To prevent the puncturing of the bladder, the patient must void immediately before the procedure. A permit is required but it is not a safety precaution for the patient. There is no contrast media used in a paracentesis.
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