The client is scheduled to have a magnetic resonance imaging test of the CNS. What nursing intervention is most appropriate in preparation for this procedure?
A. Ensure that the person does not eat for 6 to 8 hours before the procedure.
B. Discontinue all neuroactive medications and foods 3 to 4 hours before the proce-dure.
C. Be sure that the client has a client identifier that cannot be removed.
D. Replace the gown with metal snaps with one that has cloth ties.
D
Metal objects are a hazard in the magnetic fields used in the MRI procedure.
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