The nurse is explaining the preparation needed for a positive emission tomography (PET) scan. The client is told he will:
A)
need to drink several glasses of contrast media.
B)
have an intravenous line inserted just before the test.
C)
be given a mild sedative 1 hour before the test.
D)
only be allowed to drink water the morning of the test.
B
Explanation:
A)
A radioisotope is given via an intravenous line at the time of the test. Contrast media and sedatives are not given. Food and fluids are held for 4 hours prior to the test.
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Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
B)
A radioisotope is given via an intravenous line at the time of the test. Contrast media and sedatives are not given. Food and fluids are held for 4 hours prior to the test.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
C)
A radioisotope is given via an intravenous line at the time of the test. Contrast media and sedatives are not given. Food and fluids are held for 4 hours prior to the test.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
A radioisotope is given via an intravenous line at the time of the test. Contrast media and sedatives are not given. Food and fluids are held for 4 hours prior to the test.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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