Reactions to Contrast Media Can Occur and the Risk Varies

question 21

Multiple Choice

Reactions to contrast media can occur and the risk varies according to several patient and contrast-related factors.What is the single best predictor of a contrast-related reaction?

• A) Allergy to shellfish
• B) Allergy to iodine
• C) Prior reaction to contrast media
• D) A history of anaphylactoid reactions

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