DURING the PROCEDURE

 

  Questions

  1. What anesthesia will be used?
  2. WIll I be able to talk during the test?
  3. Can I see the x-ray pictures during the test?
  4. What if I have pain in my arm/groin?
  5. What if I have chest pain?
  6. Will I feel the tubes?
  7. How will the dye affect me?
  8. How long will the test take?
  9. Will I have to lie still?
  10. What if I have to urinate during the test?

 


  Answers

  1. What anesthesia will be used?

    Local anesthesia will be used at the catheter insertion site.

  2. Will I be able to talk during the test?

    Yes, it will be important for you to communicate with the cardiologist.

  3. Can I see the x-ray pictures during the test?

    Yes, you may look on the TV screen above the table where you will be lying.

  4. What if I have pain in my arm/groin?

    Tell the doctor, and additional medicine will be given to you.

  5. What if I have chest pain?

    Tell the doctor. You will be given medicine either orally or through your IV.

  6. Will I feel the tubes?

    No, not after they are inserted.

  7. How will the dye affect me?

    You may feel warm when the dye is injected.

  8. How long will the test take?

    Normally between 30 and 40 minutes.

  9. Will I have to lie still?

    Yes. But you will be able to change your position if necessary to be more comfortable.

  10. What if I have to urinate during the test?

    You will be given a urinal or low-profile bedpan.