You are preparing Mrs. Bayfield for percutaneous coronary intervention. As you explain the procedure to her, she states, "They are going to put a stent in my heart, so why do they need to inject dye in my arm?" What should you tell Mrs. Bayfield?
A. The dye is an indicator that changes color when blood flow is restored.
B. The dye is used to find the exact location of the blockage.
C. The dye is a precaution to help the surgeon avoid nearby nerve endings.
D. The dye contains Coumadin, which will make the blood flow more freely.
Answer: B
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