The nursing assistant is using a bladder scanner on a client. Which action by the nursing assistant requires further education on the use of this device?
a. Consistently choosing the female icon for all female clients
b. Consistently choosing the male icon for all male clients
c. Applying ultrasound gel to the scanning head and removing it when finished
d. Taking at least two readings by using the aiming icon to place the scanning head.
A
The nursing assistant should use the female icon for women who have not had a hysterectomy. This allows the scanner to subtract the volume of the uterus from readings. If a woman has had a hysterectomy, the nursing assistant should choose the male icon. The other actions are correct.
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