Nursing responsibilities when a patient receives IV contrast

Question 1

some nursing responsibilites for patients receiving IV contrast include what before hand? (3)

don’t over think it

Answer 1

Obtain informed consent
assess for allergies ( shellfish, contrast dye, iodine )
check kidney function (BUN, Creatinine ) before administration

Question 2

we want to ensure the patient receives adequate hydration before and after the procedure in order to promote what?

Answer 2

flush the contrast out the body

Question 3

we want to monitor the patient for what during the contrast ?

Answer 3

allergic reaction, rash, itching, pain

Question 4

some medications, like ___have to be held 48 hours before and after a procedure for contrast dye

Answer 4

metformin