Cystography Flashcards
1
Q
Indications for cystogram (6)
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Haematuria Dysuria Anuria Calculi Infection Bladder rupture
2
Q
Patient prep (3)
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Fasted 12-24hrs
Enema 4hrs prior
Abdominal x-rays prior to GA/sedation
- RL and VD
3
Q
Equipment (8)
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Sterile: - catheter - 3 way tap - syringes - lube - gloves Otoscope speculum Kidney dish Lidocaine/GA/sedation
4
Q
Procedure (5)
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External areas cleaned Insert lubed catheter aseptically Empty as much urine as possible Admin lidocaine into bladder Reposition LLR to admin gas/air - palpate during
5
Q
Procedure for double cystography (2)
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Slowly admin warmed iodine after gas
Roll patient 360 to coat mucosa
6
Q
Important considerations (2)
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Palpate bladder during admin to prevent over-distension or rupture
Patient in LLR to prevent air embolism during admin
7
Q
Views to be taken (3)
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LLR
VD
Oblique
