What action should the pn implement in response to the client’s concern?
a. notify the rn and hcp about this contraindication to the scheduled procedure.
this action is not indicated.
b. explain that the bone scan is a simple procedure involving fluid collection from a joint.
synovial joint fluid analysis is a sterile procedure in which fluid is collected, but this does not describe a bone scan.
c. offer assurance that bone scan will not affect the client's metal implants.
a bone scan involves the injection of a radioisotope. this has no impact on metal implants and the presence of metal implants is not a contraindication to this procedure.
d. clarify the type of metal device implanted before cancelling the scheduled appointment.
while it may be useful to document the type of metal device implanted, the scheduled appointment does not need to be cancelled.