What Should the Nurse Do When Preparing the Patient for an Arteriography

question 39

Multiple Choice

What should the nurse do when preparing the patient for an arteriography?

• A)Verify if the patient has been taking anticoagulants.
• B)Keep the patient NPO for 24 hours before the procedure.
• C)Instruct the patient to have a full bladder for the procedure.
• D)Inform the patient that a coldness may be felt when dye is injected.

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