Prior to a CT Scan with Contrast, You Should ____

question 78

Multiple Choice

Prior to a CT scan with contrast, you should ____.

• A) ask the patient if he has allergies to the contrast media, iodine, or shellfish
• B) tell the patient the procedure will last 3 hours
• C) tell the patient he will have to drink a contrast medium
• D) tell the patient that a written report will be ready 30 minutes after the exam
• E) tell the patient to hold his breath while the scan is being performed

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