While reviewing charts, the nurse would expect to read which of the following notations in the chart of a patient who received a gastroesophageal reflux scan?
A)"Oral contrast provided in orange juice."
B)"Intravenous contrast provided 15 minutes prior to procedure."
C)"Fleet enema given 1 hour prior to the test; stools clear."
D)"Patient reports following a clear liquid diet x 24 hours."

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A gastroesophageal reflux scan typically involves the patient ingesting a radioisotope mixed with orange juice to visualize the movement of the material through the esophagus and stomach. This is typically noted in the chart. Option B refers to intravenous contrast, which would not be used in this type of scan. Option C refers to a preparation for colonoscopy, which is not relevant to a gastroesophageal reflux scan. Option D refers to a clear liquid diet, which may be recommended prior to certain diagnostic exams but does not specifically relate to a gastroesophageal reflux scan.

While Reviewing Charts, the Nurse Would Expect to Read Which