Question

A computed tomography scan of the chest with contrast is scheduled to be performed in a client suspected of having a pulmonary embolism. In planning the preprocedure care for this client, which nursing action is necessary

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is : Ask the client about allergies and previous reactions.

Explanation:

In preprocedure care for a client who is scheduled to have a computed tomography of the chest with contrast who is suspected of having case of pulmonary embolism involves explanation of the procedure and questioned about his/her allergies and any previous reaction to contrast media or shellfish one.

Client is advised to avoid any type of food or beverage other than sips of water for upto 6 hour before the topography. Topography doesn't require surgical point so shaving not important.

Thus, the correct answer is :  Ask the client about allergies and previous