Author Question: After a paracentesis has been performed, which of these nursing actions is indicated? a. applying ... (Read 51 times)

tth · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

After a paracentesis has been performed, which of these nursing actions is indicated?

a. applying sterile dressing to the puncture site
b. monitoring fetal heart tones and assessing for signs of labor
c. withholding food and fluids for at least 12 hours
d. keeping the client flat in bed for 24 hours

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client with an implanted catheter. The nurse knows that a dressing is applied over the implanted catheter on which of the following occasions?

A) When the client requires extended therapy
B) When the effect of the local anesthetic is reduced
C) When the client has an active infection
D) When the port is pierced and a catheter is in use

jjorrostieta · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Nursing responsibilities for a client having a paracentesis performed include maintaining positioning during the procedure, reassuring the client, and applying sterile dressing to the puncture site after a paracentesis has been performed.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
A dressing is applied only when the port is pierced and the implanted catheter is being used. Implanted catheters remain patent with periodic flushing with heparin. A local anesthetic is applied to reduce the skin discomfort of a client. A percutaneous catheter is used when the client has an active infection. When the client requires extended therapy, tunneled catheters are inserted into a central vein with part of the catheter secured in the subcutaneous tissue.