A nurse who provides care on a busy medical unit works with clients who typically undergo numerous tests and examinations during their time in the hospital. Which of the following is an example of a client who has had a laboratory test?
A) A client whose blood sample will be checked for the presence of bacteria
B) A client whose trachea and bronchi have been examined with an endoscope
C) A client who has had a chest x-ray to determine whether he aspirated some food
D) A client who complained of sudden fatigue and was ordered an electrocardiogram
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A diagnostic examination is a procedure that involves physical inspection of body structures and evidence of their functions. Examples include ECGs, endoscopy, and radiography. A laboratory test is a procedure that involves the examination of body fluids or specimens, including examination for bacteria.
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