A patient, age 45, is to have a myelogram to confirm the presence of a herniated intervertebral disk. Which nursing action should be planned with respect to this diagnostic test?
a. Obtain an allergy history before the test.
b. Ambulate the patient when returned to the room after the test.
c. Use heated blanket to keep patient warm after procedure.
d. Keep NPO for 6 to 8 hours after the test.
ANS: A
Before the dye is injected, patients must be asked whether they have any allergies, specifically whether they have had any anaphylactic or hypotensive episodes from other dyes.
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