A patient will have a magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) to evaluate for pancreatitis. What information would the nurse provide to the patient regarding this test?
1. "A small plug of tissue will be removed for biopsy."
2. "This test is invasive and will require conscious sedation."
3. "This test will allow direct visualization of the pancreatic duct."
4. "No contrast is used for this test."
Answer: 4
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