Medical-surgical Nursing Demystified

CHAPTER 3 Immune System^171

WHAT TO DO?

• Before the test:
  
  
  • The patient must sign an informed consent due to the invasive nature of
    the test.
  
  
  • Make sure that the patient is not allergic to seafood, iodine, or contrast dye.
  
  
  • Check renal function (BUN, creatinine) as the kidneys are responsible
    for processing the dye.
  
  
  
  


• During the test:
  
  
  • Check for allergic reaction to the dye such as skin rash, itching, shortness
    of breath, and swelling.
  
  
  
  


• After the test:
  
  
  • Administer fluids to aid in elimination of the dye.
  
  
  • Monitor peripheral pulses to ensure adequate circulation in the feet.
  
  
  • Examine injection site for complications such as infection, bleeding, and
    edema.
  
  
  • Urine, stool, and skin might have a blue color from the dye.
  
  
  
  

Quiz

1. A cell whose functions include ingesting foreign or invading cells is a (an):
   (a) T-cell.
   (b) B-cell.
   (c) Macrophage.
   (d) Erythrocyte.


2. A confirmatory lab test for HIV includes:
   (a) Western Blot.
   (b) Low WBC.
   (c) Comprehensive metabolic panel.
   (d) Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).