Anigocardiography Flashcards
1
Q
What is anigocardiography
A
radiographic assessment and diagnostic study of the vascular system, greater vessels and chambers of the heart.
2
Q
name 3 indications for use
A
- Show congenital or acquired lesions of the heart
- abnormal shunting of blood
- evaluation of interventional cardiology
3
Q
List 5 things needed for Patient prep for anigocardiography
A
- fasted for 6-8 hours
- pt washed and clean
- full hx obtained
- collars removed
- ROI clipped where the catheter is to be placed
4
Q
What is contrast media?
A
compound solution that is given to the patient and increases the radiographic contrast within the organ system
5
Q
What are 4 things that contrast media helps see?
A
- structures
- shape
- size
- postion of the organ
6
Q
7 potential complications of contrast media?
A
- injecting air bubbles into the left side of the heart can cause air embolism
- Perforations of the endocardium or myocardium can occur due to catheter manipulation
- haematomoa thrombosis or haemorrhage formation at vascular site
- Nephrotoxicity
- Allergic reactions
- Infection
- Arrhythmias
7
Q
Post op care of using a contrast media? (list 5)
A
look for;
- v+ / D+
- disorientation
- ataxia
- breathing difficulties
- excessive bleeding
