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

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient is being scheduled for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) as soon as possible.Which actions from the agency policy for ERCP 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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