Which One of the Following Patient Preparations Is Required Before

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following patient preparations is required before an abdominal ultrasound examination?

• A) Drink 12 ounces of water 1 hour before the examination.
• B) No preparation is needed.
• C) Take nothing by mouth for 6 to 8 hours before the examination.
• D) Take nothing by mouth for 4 to 6 hours before the examination.

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Definitions:

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that the individual feels driven to perform.

Anxiety-Provoking Thoughts

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Repetitive

Involving or characterized by repetition, often excessively so.

Ritualistic Behaviors

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