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mckennatimberlake

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on: Jul 11, 2018
What should the nurse assess the patient for before administration of contrast media?
 
  a. Has been NPO
  b. Is allergic to iodine
  c. Has emptied the bladder
  d. Has taken medication

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a patient with epistaxis about the best way to control bleeding. What information will the nurse relay to this patient?
 
  a. Place ice on the nose and pinch the nostrils
  b. Maintain a flat position
  c. Pack nostrils with cotton
  d. Lean backward


kilada

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The patient should always be assessed for allergies to iodine before administration of contrast media.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Apply steady pressure to both nostrils while applying ice to the nose is the best way to attempt to control the bleeding of epistaxis.


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