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Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS): Radiology Nursing for the Non-Radiology Nurse

Author(s): Pauline Lentowski RN, MSN, CRN

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Expires Dec 31, 2027

Topics: Monitoring, Gastrointestinal

Role: Staff

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Activity Summary

Provided by the Association for Radiologic & Imaging Nursing (ARIN) and designed for the non-radiology nurse, this video offers an overview of the transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) procedure. It reviews clinical indications, how the procedure is performed and recommendations for pre-procedure preparation, patient education, post-procedure monitoring and follow-up. Potential complications, including bleeding, heart failure and stent occlusion or restenosis, are also discussed.

To learn more, visit the Association for Radiologic & Imaging Nursing website.

Objectives

Define the TIPS procedure and describe how it is performed.
Explain the clinical indications for a TIPS procedure.
Describe pre-procedure preparation, patient education, post-procedure monitoring and potential complications for a TIPS procedure.

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