A nurse is caring for a 14-year-old girl scheduled for a barium swallow/upper GI series. Which of the following would the priority?
A) Screen the girl for pregnancy.
B) Remind her to drink fluids after the procedure.
C) Initiate the ordered bowel prep.
D) Remind the girl that her stools may be light-colored.
A
Response:
Females of reproductive age must be screened for pregnancy prior to the test because radiography is used. A bowel prep is not necessary for a barium swallow/upper GI. The reminders about fluids and light-colored stools are appropriate but not the first priority.
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