NCLEX-CGFNS: Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography (ERCP)
- It provides radiographic visualization of the bile and pancreatic ducts
- It is used to diagnose problems in the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreas
- It is contraindicated in pancreatitis
- Patient should be kept in NPO before and after the procedure
- Keep narcan at the bedside
- There might be hoarse and sore throat several days after the procedure
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