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Amniocentesis ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for an amniocentesis.
Which of the following should the nurse include in the client’s teaching?
You will need to have an empty bladder for the procedure. This reduces the risk of puncturing the bladder with the needle and makes it easier to see the uterus on ultrasound.
You will need to lie on your side for the procedure. This prevents putting pressure on a major blood vessel called the vena cava, which can reduce blood flow to your baby.
“You will need to have someone drive you home after the procedure.” Amniocentesis is a procedure in which your doctor removes a small amount of amniotic fluid from your uterus for testing or treatment. The procedure can cause some cramping, bleeding, or leaking of fluid, so you should rest and avoid strenuous activities for the rest of the day. Having someone drive you home is a safety precaution.
You will not need to avoid eating or drinking before the procedure. There is no evidence that fasting reduces the risk of complications from amniocentesis.
“You will need to have someone drive you home after the procedure.” Amniocentesis is a procedure in which your doctor removes a small amount of amniotic fluid from your uterus for testing or treatment. The procedure can cause some cramping, bleeding, or leaking of fluid, so you should rest and avoid strenuous activities for the rest of the day.
Having someone drive you home is a safety precaution.
Choice A is wrong because you will need to have an empty bladder for the procedure. This reduces the risk of puncturing the bladder with the needle and makes it easier to see the uterus on ultrasound.
Choice B is wrong because you will need to lie on your side for the procedure. This prevents putting pressure on a major blood vessel called the vena cava, which can reduce blood flow to your baby.
Choice D is wrong because you will not need to avoid eating or drinking before the procedure. There is no evidence that fasting reduces the risk of complications from amniocentesis.