X-RAY Imaging
X-RAY Imaging ( 42 Questions)
A patient scheduled for an X-ray of the chest should be educated to:
Refraining from eating or drinking for 24 hours before the procedure is not necessary for a chest X-ray, as it is a non-invasive procedure that does not require fasting.
For an X-ray of the chest, the patient should wear loose-fitting clothing that does not contain any metal, such as zippers, buttons, or jewelry, to avoid interference with the X-ray image and ensure optimal visualization of the chest.
While it is essential for the patient to lie still during the X-ray, this instruction is not specific to a chest X-ray; it applies to all X-ray procedures to prevent motion artifacts.
Emptying the bladder is not required for a chest X-ray, as the bladder is not in the field of view for this particular imaging procedure.
For an X-ray of the chest, the patient should wear loose-fitting clothing that does not contain any metal, such as zippers, buttons, or jewelry, to avoid interference with the X-ray image and ensure optimal visualization of the chest.
a. Refraining from eating or drinking for 24 hours before the procedure is not necessary for a chest X-ray, as it is a non-invasive procedure that does not require fasting.
c. While it is essential for the patient to lie still during the X-ray, this instruction is not specific to a chest X-ray; it applies to all X-ray procedures to prevent motion artifacts.
d. Emptying the bladder is not required for a chest X-ray, as the bladder is not in the field of view for this particular imaging procedure.