What Is the Correct Course of Action for the Technologist

question 89

Multiple Choice

What is the correct course of action for the technologist when, during an injection of contrast media, a patient experiences a side effect of mild hot flashes and some metallic taste in his mouth?

• A)Call for a physician to complete the injection.
• B)Stop the injection of contrast media immediately.
• C)Stop the injection but continue the normal imaging sequence.
• D)Reassure the patient and continue the injection and imaging sequence, while carefully observing the patient for a possible more severe reaction to follow.

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