A client is being evaluated for coronary artery disease (CAD) and is scheduled for an electron beam computed tomography. The nurse understands that the primary advantage of this radiologic test is which of the following?
A) Less exposure to radiation
B) Clear images
C) Less invasive procedure
D) Quantifies calcified plaque
D
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The primary advantage of EBCT is to detect and quantify calcified plaque in the coronary arteries even before symptoms arise. EBCT is noninvasive and provides clearer images with less exposure to radiation than a CT scan but not the primary reason for use.
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