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A nurse is teaching a client who is scheduled for dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) to screen for osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

A. You will need to lie flat for 4 hours following the test. B. You will need to empty your bladder before the test. C. You will need to have an IV inserted for the IV dye needed for the scan. D. You will need to fast for 12 hours before the test.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Emptying the bladder ensures a clear scan of the pelvis and spine, improving DEXA accuracy.

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