The client asks the nurse why an x-ray with contrast medium is needed. How should the nurse respond?
1. Replaces poor radiography
2. Visualizes internal structures
3. Enhances the x-ray accuracy
4. Has client speak to radiologist
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2. The radiologist uses contrast medium to visualize internal structures not seen with regular x-rays. The dye saturates the affected area for the x-ray and the image stands out against the tissue without dye. Because the provider and radiologist know the normal contour and appearance of internal structures, they spot abnormalities such as filling defects, tumors, fistulas, and fractures.
1. The radiologist repeats the same study to replace a poor quality image.
3. A standard x-ray can be inaccurate if the film is taken of the wrong client; a better description of an x-ray is that it has limited indications.
4. The nurse strives to provide information and explanations to the client without needing to defer to the provider.
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