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A client is scheduled for a thyroid scan. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client regarding this diagnostic test?
 
  1. Eliminate all salt in the diet.
  2. Take nothing by mouth after midnight if I-131 is being used during the test.
  3. Continue taking thyroid medication as prescribed.
  4. Take nothing by mouth for 45 minutes after receiving intravenous technetium for the test.

Question 2

A client, experiencing a fractured arm, asks the nurse why the splint is being applied. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client?
 
  1. It reduces the need for a cast.
  2. It reduces bleeding, swelling and pain.
  3. It prevents the need for surgery.
  4. It immobilizes the muscles and joints.



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Depending upon the medium being used, instructions to a client prior to having a thyroid scan may differ; however, if the client is having an oral dose of I-131 for the test, the client should be instructed to take nothing by mouth after midnight. Clients who are prescribed medications with iodine may be instructed to stop the medications for 2 weeks prior to the scan. If receiving intravenous technetium for the scan, the client does not need to be kept on a nothing by mouth order. The client should not be instructed to eliminate all salt from the diet. The client may be instructed to discontinue all thyroid medication for 4 to 6 weeks prior to the scan.

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Splinting of a fractured extremity minimizes bleeding, edema, and pain. Splinting does not reduce the need for a cast nor prevent the need for surgery. A cast immobilizes the muscles and joints.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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