An Elderly Patient Is Scheduled for a CT Scan with and Without

question 27

Multiple Choice

An elderly patient is scheduled for a CT scan with and without contrast dye. Which of the following should be done prior to this CT scan?

• A)Monitor renal function.
• B)Assess for level of responsiveness.
• C)Assess vital signs.
• D)Keep the patient n.p.o.

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