The nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled for a computed tomography (CT) scan of the brain because of new onset of headaches. Which statement by the nurse is most accurate when preparing the patient for the scan?
a. "You must shampoo your hair thoroughly tonight to remove oil and dirt."
b. "You will need to hold your head completely still during the examination."
c. "You may take fluids until about 8 a.m. Then we will give you a special radiopaque drink."
d. "We will partially shave your head tonight so that electrodes can be attached securely to your scalp."
ANS: B
The patient will need to hold the head still during the test. No special preparation is required for a head CT. A. Shampoo is done before electroencephalogram (EEG). C. Restricting fluids and radiopaque drinks is done prior to gastrointestinal tests. D. Electrodes are for EEGs, but shaving is not necessary.
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