A client is scheduled to have esophageal manometry testing. Prior to the test nursing responsibilities will include:
A)
medicating client with an antihistamine.
B)
keeping client NPO for 12 hours prior to the test.
C)
restricting intake to clear liquids for 4 hours prior to the test.
D)
ensure client has not smoked cigarettes in the past 24 hours.
D
Explanation:
A)
Antacids, cholinergic and anticholinergic drugs, alcohol, and tobacco are to be avoided for 24 hours prior to the test because they may increase or decrease esophageal sphincter pressures, and interfere with test results. Fluid restrictions are not required.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
B)
Antacids, cholinergic and anticholinergic drugs, alcohol, and tobacco are to be avoided for 24 hours prior to the test because they may increase or decrease esophageal sphincter pressures, and interfere with test results. Fluid restrictions are not required.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
C)
Antacids, cholinergic and anticholinergic drugs, alcohol, and tobacco are to be avoided for 24 hours prior to the test because they may increase or decrease esophageal sphincter pressures, and interfere with test results. Fluid restrictions are not required.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
Antacids, cholinergic and anticholinergic drugs, alcohol, and tobacco are to be avoided for 24 hours prior to the test because they may increase or decrease esophageal sphincter pressures, and interfere with test results. Fluid restrictions are not required.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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