While performing a portable chest radiograph on an uncooperative patient with a CV line inserted,you note that the catheter fixation material has loosened.Your responsibility as a professional radiographer is to

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As a professional radiographer, patient safety should be the top priority. Therefore, it is important to inform the patient's nurse of the catheter issue before taking the radiograph. The nurse can reattach the catheter line and ensure that it is properly secured before proceeding with the exam. Completing the exam without addressing the catheter issue could cause harm to the patient. Additionally, taking the chest image to assess catheter tip position and displacement may not be necessary in this situation as the issue is with the catheter fixation material, and not the catheter itself.

While Performing a Portable Chest Radiograph on an Uncooperative Patient