A Patient, Age 45, Is to Have a Myelogram to Confirm

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient, age 45, is to have a myelogram to confirm the presence of a herniated intervertebral disk. Which nursing action should be planned for her with respect to this diagnostic test?

• A) Obtain an allergy history before the test.
• B) Ambulate the patient when she is returned to her room after the test.
• C) Warn her that paralysis could result from injection of the contrast medium.
• D) Keep her NPO for 6 to 8 hours after the test.

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