Posted: August 16th, 2017

Which of the following terms describes the passage of a hollow instrument into a cavity for the withdrawal of fluid?

Which of the following terms describes the passage of a hollow instrument into a cavity for the withdrawal of fluid?
a) Paracentesis
Paracentesis may be used to withdraw ascitic fluid if the fluid accumulation is causing cardiorespiratory compromise.
b) Astrerixis
Asterixis refers to involuntary flapping movements of the hands associated with metabolic liver dysfunction.
c) Ascites
Ascites refers to accumulation of serous fluid within the peritoneal cavity.
d) Dialysis
Dialysis refers to a form of filtration to separate crystalloid from colloid substances.