A nurse is caring for a patient with recurrent hematemesis who is scheduled for upper gastrointestinal fibroscopy (UGF). How should the nurse in the radiology department prepare this patient?
A) Insert a nasogastric tube.
B) Administer a micro Fleet enema at least 3 hours before the procedure.
C) Have the patient lie in a supine position for the procedure.
D) Apply local anesthetic to the back of the patient's throat.
Ans: D
Feedback:
Preparation for UGF includes spraying or gargling with a local anesthetic. A nasogastric tube or a micro Fleet enema is not required for this procedure. The patient should be positioned in a side-lying position in case of emesis.
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