Procedure
EUS with Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA)
A one-page care plan for patients having EUS with Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this procedure uses a camera, ultrasound, and a needle to take tissue samples
- I understand it helps diagnose masses, cysts, or abnormal areas
- I follow fasting instructions exactly before the procedure
- I stop or adjust medicines as told (blood thinners, diabetes meds, others)
- I arrange a ride home because I may not be able to drive after sedation
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
EUS with Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.