The Nurse Is Working with a Patient Scheduled for an EMG

question 59

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with a patient scheduled for an EMG (electromyography) .Which of the following would be included in the patient teaching? Select all that apply.

• A)"During the test you will need to maintain a fetal position for approximately 30 minutes."
• B)"You must avoid smoking and caffeine for at least 3 hours before the test."
• C)"You should remove all jewelry and other external metal objects from your body."
• D)"Small needles will be inserted into your muscles during the test."
• E)"You will be asked to relax and then contract muscle groups during the test."
• F)"The test will help determine if you have epilepsy."

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