The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Just

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who has just had an intravenous pyelography (IVP) completed. Which assessment is the nurse's highest priority after the patient returns from the test?

• A) Calculate the patient's intake and output.
• B) Monitor for discoloration of the patient's urine.
• C) Assess for possible iodine or shellfish allergies.
• D) Inquire if the patient has burning or pain with urination.

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