A client is scheduled to have abdominal ascites fluid removed. What sh

A client is scheduled to have abdominal ascites fluid removed. What should the nurse instruct the client about this procedure?

1. A catheter will be inserted into the bladder.
2. A liver biopsy will be done.
3. An abdominal paracentesis will be done.
4. A thoracentesis will be done.

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Inserting a catheter into the bladder will only relieve urine, not the accumulation of fluid in the abdomen.
Rationale 2: A liver biopsy is performed to obtain a sample of the liver, not to remove fluid.
Rationale 3: An abdominal paracentesis is performed to remove ascites, which relieves pressure on the abdominal organs.
Rationale 4: A thoracentesis is performed to remove excess fluid or air to ease breathing.