When preparing a patient for a noncontrast compute...

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When preparing a patient for a noncontrast computed tomography (CT) scan STAT, what nursing intervention should the nurse implement?A) Determine if the client has any allergies to iodineB) Explain that the client will not be able to move her head throughout the CT scan.C) Premedicate the client to decrease pain prior to having the procedure.D) Provide an explanation of relaxation exercises prior to the procedure.

B) Explain that the client will not be able to move her head throughout the CT scan.Rationale: Because head motion will distort the images, Nancy will have to remain still throughout the procedure. Allergies to iodine is important if contrast dye is being used for the CT scan. Premedicating the client to decrease pain prior to the procedure is unnecessary because CT scanning is a noninvasive and painless procedure. Providing an explanation of relaxation exercises prior to the procedure is a worthwhile intervention to decrease anxiety but is not of highest priority.

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