What steps should be taken before performing a radiograph on a patient who informs you that she could be pregnant?
A) Have the patient wear a lead apron that covers the uterus.
B) Perform a pregnancy test prior to performing the radiograph.
C) Inform the patient that the radiograph cannot be performed.
D) Inform the patient that she must go to a special radiograph center for women who suspect that they are pregnant or who are pregnant.
B
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Medical direction has ordered that you administer a medication to a patient that you believe will cause harm to the patient if administered. After reading back the order to medical direction, the physician insists that you give the medication. Which of the following BEST describes your next actions?
a. State your objections, but give the medication per medical controls advice. b. State your objectives, withhold the medication, and document carefully. c. Give the medication and carefully observe your patient. d. Refuse to acknowledge medical direction on the radio and document radio interference on your report.