Author Question: A patient with an allergy to iodine is scheduled to have diagnostic tests. For which test should the ... (Read 88 times)

biggirl4568 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A patient with an allergy to iodine is scheduled to have diagnostic tests. For which test should the nurse notify the healthcare provider?

1. renal angiogram
2. renal scan
3. voiding cystogram
4. portable ultrasonic bladder scan

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing laboratory data for a patient who had a voiding cystogram that revealed an urge to void at 100 mL. For which potential problem should the nurse plan care for this patient?

1. urinary incontinence
2. alteration in integumentary status
3. inability to provide self-care
4. urinary retention

cdmart10 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
An angiogram includes the use of contrast dye, which often contains iodine. The nurse should contact the primary healthcare provider to report the iodine allergy. The other tests do not require the use of contrast media.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
A voiding cystogram is conducted to evaluate bladder capacity and neuromuscular functions of the bladder, urethral pressures, and causes of bladder dysfunction. A measured quantity of fluid is instilled into the bladder, and the filling capacity and voiding pressures are measured. Normal values: urine stream strong and uninterrupted, normal filling pattern, and sensation of fullness; bladder capacity: 300600 mL; urge to void: >150 mL; fullness felt: 300 mL. A patient who has a sensation of an urge to void at 100 mL is at risk for urinary incontinence. A patient who has a sensation of an urge to void at 100 mL is not at risk for problems with integumentary status, self-care, or urinary retention.