A nurse is caring for a 7-year-old girl scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). Which of the following would be the priority before the test?
A) Checking with the parents for any allergies
B) Ensuring adequate hydration
C) Giving the girl an enema
D) Screening her for pregnancy
A
Feedback:
It is important to double-check whether the girl has any allergies. The test is contraindicated in children allergic to shellfish or iodine. Adequate hydration is also important, but the check for allergies is a priority. Only females of reproductive age must be screened for pregnancy. An enema is not necessary at all institutions.
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