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jhjkgdfhk

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When preparing the patient for a brain scan, the nurse should:
 
  a. allow the patient to wear a wig during the scan.
  b. allow the patient to wear a partial denture plate during the scan.
  c. inform the patient that a clicking noise will be heard during the scan.
  d. keep the patient NPO for 12 hours before scan if contrast dye is used.

Question 2

Recognizing that a patient experiencing stress most likely feels vulnerable, the nurse intervenes by:
 
  a. using technical language.
  b. directing the conversation.
  c. modifying communication methods.
  d. offering all the information.



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amynguyen1221

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Answer to Question 1

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Before a brain scan, the patient is kept NPO for 4 hours if contrast dye is to be used, the patient is instructed not to wear a wig, hairpins, clips, or partial denture plates, and the nurse informs the patient that a clicking noise is made as the scanner moves.

Answer to Question 2

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When the patient is experiencing stress, the nurse should modify communication methods.




jhjkgdfhk

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


isabelt_18

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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