The nurse is caring for a client who is to have a computed tomography (CT) scan of the leg. Which assessment question does the nurse ask the client before the procedure?
a. "Do you have any metal clips, plates, or pins in your body?"
b. "Have you had anything to eat or drink in the last 6 hours?"
c. "Do you have someone to drive you home after the procedure?"
d. "Do you have any allergies to shrimp, scallops, or other seafood?"
D
IV contrast that contains iodine may be required for CT scans to rule out malignancy. The client should be assessed for allergy to shellfish, which contain high amounts of iodine. The other questions are not relevant when a CT scan is to be obtained.
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