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Prior to sending a client for a cardiac catheterization, it would be most important for the nurse to report which of the following? *1 pointA. The client has an allergy to shellfishB. The client has diminished palpable peripheral pulsesC. The client has cool lower extremities bilaterallyD. The client is anxious about the pending procedure

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Prior to sending a client for a cardiac catheterization, it would be most important for the nurse to report which of the following? *1 pointA. The client has an allergy to shellfishB. The client has diminished palpable peripheral pulsesC. The client has cool lower extremities bilaterallyD. The client is anxious about the pending procedure

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The most important information for the nurse to report before sending a client for a cardiac catheterization would be "A. The client has an allergy to shellfish". This is because the dye used in a cardiac catheterization procedure often contains iodine, which can cause an allergic reaction in people who are allergic to shellfish. This could potentially lead to serious complications during the procedure. Therefore, it is crucial to report this information to the healthcare team before the procedure. The other options, while important to note, are not as immediately critical as a known allergy.

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