A nurse is assessing a patient who will be undergoing pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)with a gadolinium-based contrast agent (GBCA).Given the use of this contrast medium, the nurse should ensure that results of which of the following tests are obtained before the patient undergoes this procedure? Select all that apply.
A)Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
B)Triglycerides
C)Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR)
D)Creatinine
E)Iron

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Gadolinium-based contrast agents can affect kidney function, so it's important to assess renal function before the procedure. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN), estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), and creatinine levels are relevant tests to evaluate kidney function.

A Nurse Is Assessing a Patient Who Will Be Undergoing