What should the nurse do as part of the preparation for an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Confirm that a recent chest x-ray is on file
b. Confirm the presence of a consent form
c. Warn patient that the procedure will take about 3 hours
d. Confirm the presence of a prothrombin time/INR
e. Withhold food and drink for 4 hours
ANS: B, D
Before the ERCP the patient will be held NPO for 8 hours. It is necessary that a consent form be signed as well as evidence of a prothrombin time INR.
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