Which nursing actions will be included when sending a patient for computed tomography (CT) of the chest with contrast (select all that apply)?

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Since the contrast dye is iodine-based and may cause dehydration and decreased renal blood flow, asking about iodine allergies and monitoring renal function before the CT scan is necessary. The other actions are not needed for CT of the chest, although they may be needed for other diagnostic tests, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or pulmonary function testing (PFT).

Which Nursing Actions Will Be Included When Sending a Patient