A Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a History

question 23

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client with a history of renal insufficiency who is scheduled for a computed tomography scan of the head with contrast medium.Which priority intervention should the nurse implement?

• A) Educate the client about strict bedrest after the procedure.
• B) Place an indwelling urinary catheter to closely monitor output.
• C) Obtain a prescription for intravenous fluids.
• D) Contact the provider to cancel the procedure.

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