Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
A client is scheduled for an arteriogram. The nurse should explain to the client that the arteriogram will confirm the diagnosis of occlusive arterial disease by:
Correct answer
A
Rationale
An arteriogram involves injecting contrast dye to visualize arteries, revealing the location of obstructions and collateral circulation in occlusive arterial disease. It is a direct imaging method, unlike ultrasound (velocity changes) or volume scans, and walking duration is not assessed.