BSN 225 - Sherpath - Diagnostic Testing: Assess and Recognize Cues; Analyze Cues and Prioritize Hypotheses; Plan and Generate Solutions

Which screening questions would the nurse ask a patient before magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)?

Select all that apply.

"When did you eat last?"

"Do you get claustrophobic?"

"Do you have any open wounds?"

"Do you have a cardiac pacemaker?"

"Are you wearing a watch or any jewelry?"

"Do you have any metal objects in your body?"

"Do you get claustrophobic?"

"Do you have a cardiac pacemaker?"

"Are you wearing a watch or any jewelry?"

"Do you have any metal objects in your body?"

Which questions would the nurse typically ask a patient before sedation for a diagnostic procedure?

Select all that apply.

"Did you drink any alcohol within the last 24 hours?"

"When was the last time you had anything to eat or drink?"

"What was the date of your last visit to your primary health care provider?"

"Can you tell me about the procedure you are having and ask any questions you may have about it?"

"What prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal medications do you take on a daily basis?"

"Did you drink any alcohol within the last 24 hours?"

"When was the last time you had anything to eat or drink?"

"Can you tell me about the procedure you are having and ask any questions you may have about it?"

"What prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal medications do you take on a daily basis?"

Before which diagnostic test would the nurse ask a question about breastfeeding?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Computed tomography (CT) scan

Positron emission tomography (PET) scan

Ultrasound

Positron emission tomography (PET) scan

Which hypothesis is the immediate priority for a patient who is sedated before undergoing an invasive diagnostic procedure?

Anxiety

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Risk for Injury

Lack of Knowledge of Diagnostic Test

Risk for Injury

Which hypothesis is being addressed when the nurse verifies with a patient that required preparation for a diagnostic test was done?

Anxiety

Risk for Injury

Risk for Anaphylaxis

Lack of Knowledge of Diagnostic Test

Risk for Injury

Which hypothesis is appropriate for a patient who has researched the planned procedure and requests time to clarify findings with the nurse?

Anxiety

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Lack of Knowledge of Diagnostic Test

Nonadherence to Diagnostic Testing Regime

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