A client scheduled for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the shoulder expresses concern over radiation exposure. The nurse provides the following information:
A)
"Most of your body will be covered with a lead apron."
B)
"Drinking a lot of water after the procedure helps to flush it out of the body."
C)
"The amount of radiation is no more than when you have a dental x-ray.
D)
"You will not be exposed to any radiation."
D
Explanation:
A)
A super magnet and radio-frequency signals are used in an MRI; radiation is not used.
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B)
A super magnet and radio-frequency signals are used in an MRI; radiation is not used.
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C)
A super magnet and radio-frequency signals are used in an MRI; radiation is not used.
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D)
A super magnet and radio-frequency signals are used in an MRI; radiation is not used.
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