The nurse is preparing a patient for an angiogram. Which of the following should be included in data collection?
a. Ask if the patient is allergic to meat.
b. Ask if the patient is allergic to contrast dyes.
c. Ask if the patient is allergic to peanuts.
d. Ask if the patient is allergic to eggs.
ANS: B
Ask if the patient is allergic to contrast dyes, as dye is used during an angiogram.
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