A Nurse Newly Hired to Work in the Radiology Suite

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Multiple Choice

A nurse newly hired to work in the radiology suite is caring for a patient scheduled to undergo a barium swallow.Which of the following nursing actions ensure safety during the procedure? Select all that apply.

• A)The nurse assess peripheral pulses in all extremities and marks their location.
• B)The nurse dons a lead apron.
• C)The nurse stands behind a lead shield.
• D)The nurse verifies patient identification using two unique identifiers.
• E)The nurse tapes the patient's rings and necklace in place prior to the procedure.
• F)The nurse places a badge on the patient to record radiation exposure.

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