The nurse is instructing a client for whom a position emission tomography (PET) scan has been requested. Which statement indicates to the nurse that the client understands the instructions?
A. "It's okay to have a cup of coffee before the test."
B. "Because I am diabetic, I will take my insulin just before the test."
C. "I can continue to smoke cigarettes up to 2 hours before the test."
D. "I will drink plenty of fluids after the test."
Ans: D. "I will drink plenty of fluids after the test."
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