The health care provider orders a liver and spleen scan for a patient who has been in a motor vehicle crash. Which action should the nurse take before this procedure?

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During a liver and spleen scan,a radioactive isotope is injected IV,and images from the radioactive emission are used to evaluate the structure of the spleen and liver. An indwelling IV catheter and sedation are not needed. The patient is placed in a flat position before the scan.

The Health Care Provider Orders a Liver and Spleen Scan