Question

Which of the following is a false statement concerning common features of angiographic procedures?

A) An automatic high-pressure injector correlates the injection of the contrast medium and the x-ray exposure
B) Contrast medium doses are calculated according to the patients weight
C) The patient should not be kept informed as the procedure progressed due to increasing stress on the patient
D) Access to the vessel to be injected with the contrast medium may be made by a cutdown or percutaneous procedure

Answer 1

The false statement concerning angiographic procedures is that the patient should not be kept informed as the procedure progresses. This is not correct; keeping the patient informed can reduce stress levels.

Step-by-step explanation:

The false statement concerning common features of angiographic procedures is C) The patient should not be kept informed as the procedure progressed due to increasing stress on the patient. Rather, keeping patients informed contributes to less stress as they are aware of what is happening during the procedure. Regular communication can help alleviate patient anxiety and allow them to feel more in control of the situation.

• An automatic high-pressure injector correlates the injection of the contrast medium and the x-ray exposure, which is true and an essential part of the angiographic procedure.
• Contrast medium doses are indeed calculated according to the patient's weight to ensure appropriate dosage that is safe and effective.
• Access to the vessel can be made by a cutdown or percutaneous procedure, and both are common methods of accessing vessels for contrast medium injection.