Question

A patient on the cardiac unit has been scheduled for a cardiac ultrasound. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the patient teaching?

1) "This test will help track the origin of electrical impulses in your heart."

2) "This test allows the radiologist to examine the function of your heart valves."

3) "The doctor will be able to look at a layered picture of your entire chest."

4) "This test is particularly helpful in measuring the transfer of oxygen to your blood."

Answer 1

The nurse should include the statement 2) 'This test allows the radiologist to examine the function of your heart valves' in patient teaching.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should include the following statement in patient teaching: 2) 'This test allows the radiologist to examine the function of your heart valves.'

A cardiac ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create images of the heart.

This test is particularly helpful in diagnosing and assessing heart valve disorders, such as valve regurgitation or stenosis.

By visualizing the heart valves, the doctor can determine if they are functioning properly or if there is any abnormality in their structure or function.