The nurse is concerned that a client with lymphedema is scheduled for an MRI. What assessment findings are causing the nurse to have this concern? (Select all that apply.)
1. Is a vegetarian
2. Wears bracelets
3. Biventricular pacemaker
4. Right total knee replacement
5. Father had an acute MI at age 50
Answer: 3, 4
1. Vegetarianism will not impact the MRI.
2. Bracelets can be removed before the MRI.
3. When an MRI is planned electronic devices such as a pacemaker would be contraindicated.
4. When an MRI is planned, implanted metal would be contraindicated.
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1. Autonomy 2. Right to work 3. Fairness 4. Equality