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The nurse is caring for a patient who will be receiving iodine-based contrast medium for a CT scan. Which allergy should be reported to the technician and radiologist before the test is performed?
 
  a. Gluten and lactose
  b. Strawberries
  c. Peanuts and cashews
  d. Shrimp and scallops
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The underlying cause of shellfish allergies is often the high level of iodine in these foods. Allergies to any kind of shellfish must be reported to the technician and radiologist prior to the procedure in order to prevent allergic reaction by the patient to the contrast dye.
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