Practice Question
A patient is scheduled for a nerve conduction study. As a nurse, which of the following interventions is most crucial to ensure accurate test results?
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Correct Answer:
Instruct the patient to lay still during the procedure.
Rationale:
⚡ A nerve conduction study (NCS) measures how quickly and effectively electrical signals travel along a nerve.
⚡ To ensure accurate test results, the patient must remain still and relaxed during the procedure because movement can introduce artifacts or distort the electrical recordings.
⚡ Fasting is not required, hydration status does not affect the test, and deep breathing is not necessary since the study focuses on nerve and muscle response rather than respiratory function.
⚡ Proper positioning and stillness help the healthcare provider obtain clear, reliable measurements for accurate diagnosis of nerve disorders.
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN Custom Exam(s)
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