The client asks the nurse why there is a need for undergoing a positron emission tomography (PET) scan instead of a computed tomography (CT) scan. The nurse was present in the room when the physician discussed the test
What is the best response by the nurse? 1. "Your doctor prefers to order PET scans.".
2. "Why are you concerned about this test?"
3. "PET scans have less radiation than CT scans.".
4. "You will still need a CT scan also.".
3. "PET scans have less radiation than CT scans.".
Rationale:
There is a great difference between the amount of radiation in a PET scan and in a CT scan. A PET scan is used more specifically to identify lung cancers. Making a personal reference to the physician is not professional. The client did not express concern about the test merely by asking the question. A CT scan would not typically be indicated in addition to or following a PET scan.
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