A Patient Is Being Scheduled for Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)as

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient is being scheduled for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) as soon as possible. Which prescribed action should the nurse take first?

• A)Place the patient on NPO status.
• B)Administer sedative medications.
• C)Ensure the consent form is signed.
• D)Teach the patient about the procedure.

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