Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 255 of 2368
A client is scheduled for a CT scan with IV contrast. The BUN and creatinine results are elevated. Which action should the nurse take?
- Give the contrast and recheck labs tomorrow
- Encourage fluids and send the client for the scan
- Remove the client's jewelry and proceed
- Notify the provider before the contrast is given
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Correct answer: Notify the provider before the contrast is given
IV contrast can worsen kidney function, so abnormal kidney labs are reported before the contrast is given.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Elimination: ABDOMINAL CT SCAN. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026