The Patient Scheduled for a PET (Positron Emission Tomography)scan of the Brain

question 13

Multiple Choice

The patient scheduled for a PET (positron emission tomography) scan of the brain asks if there is any special preparation for the test.The nurse correctly responds with which statement(s) ?

• A) "There is no special preparation involved with this test since it is noninvasive."
• B) "You should avoid any tranquilizers or sedatives the night before and the day of the test."
• C) "You will need to sign a consent form for this test to be performed."
• D) "You will have two IVs inserted for the examination."
• E) "You should wait to empty your bladder once the test is completed."

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