The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Scheduled for a Computed

question 34

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient scheduled for a computed tomography (CT) scan with contrast.What should be included in pre-procedure preparation? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Check blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels.
• B) Question the patient about allergies to dye, shellfish, or iodine.
• C) Determine if the patient has aneurysm clips or metal pins in the body.
• D) Explain to the patient that a sensation of warmth may be felt when dye is injected.
• E) Tell the patient to report any nausea, itchiness, or difficulty breathing during the scan.

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