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TFauchery

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What should the nurse do as part of the preparation for an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatog raphy (ERCP)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Confirm that a recent chest x-ray is on file
  b. Confirm the presence of a consent form
  c. Warn patient that the procedure will take about 3 hours
  d. Confirm the presence of a prothrombin time/INR
  e. Withhold food and drink for 4 hours

Question 2

Viral hepatitis may be treated at home. What should be taught to the patient's family? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Clothes should be laundered separately with hot water.
  b. Personal items and drinking glasses should not be shared.
  c. Articles soiled with feces do not require extra care.
  d. Hands need to be thoroughly washed after toileting.
  e. Contaminated items may be disposed of with regular trash.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, D
Before the ERCP the patient will be held NPO for 8 hours. It is necessary that a consent form be signed as well as evidence of a prothrombin time INR.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D
For the patient with viral hepatitis being cared for in the home, the family needs to be taught necessary precautions. Clothes should be laundered separately with hot water. Personal items used by the patient should not be shared. Articles soiled with feces must be disinfected. Any contaminated items should be disposed of properly.



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