Tag: Diagnostic Procedure
11 Fracture Nursing Care Plans
In this nursing care plan guide are 11 nursing diagnoses for fracture.
Fecal Analysis (Stool Analysis)
Feces is a solid body waste discharged from the large intestine through the anus by the process of defecation. It is made of cellulose and other indigestible food matter, water, and bacteria.
Chest X-ray (Chest Radiography)
Chest X-ray (Chest radiography, CXR) is one of the most frequently performed radiological examination. This study guide can help nurses understand their tasks and responsibilities during a chest x-ray.
Pap Smear (Papanicolaou Smear)
Papanicolaou smear (Pap smear, cervical smear) is a safe, noninvasive cytological examination for early detection of cervical cancer.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that utilizes a flexible fiberoptic colonoscope inserted into the rectum to allow visual examination of the large intestine (colon) lining
Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
Lumbar puncture, also known as spinal tap, is an invasive procedure where a hollow needle is inserted into the space surrounding the subarachnoid space in the lower back to obtain samples of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for qualitative analysis.
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy is an invasive procedure that permits the direct examination of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi using either a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope or a rigid metal bronchoscope.
Computed Tomography (CT) Scan
Computed tomography (CT), also known as computerized axial tomography (CAT), or CT scanning computerized tomography is a painless, non-invasive diagnostic imaging procedure that produces cross-sectional images of several types of tissue not clearly seen on a traditional X-ray.
Laboratory Values NCLEX Practice Quiz (20 items)
Here's a 20-item exam about laboratory values and diagnostic procedures.
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NCLEX Questions Nursing Test Bank and Review
Understand how the NCLEX-RN works in this nursing test bank and review guide. Over 3,500 NCLEX questions for practice for free!
