The nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)of the chest in 1 hour.Which of the following interventions should take the highest priority?
A)Ensure the patient has a functioning intravenous site.
B)Determine the most recent potassium level.
C)Encourage the patient to empty her bladder.
D)Inform the patient that the technologist will place her in a supine position on a flat table.

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Ensuring the patient has a functioning intravenous site is the highest priority before a MRI, as many MRIs require the administration of contrast material through an IV. It is important to ensure the IV is functioning properly to avoid delays or complications during the procedure. The other interventions listed are also important, but not the highest priority.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is Scheduled