The nurse finds the patient’s vaginal radiation implant in the bed while turning the patient. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

Dispose of the implant with long-handled forceps. The radioactive implant that becomes dislodged must be disposed of safely; long-handled forceps are used to minimize the nurse’s exposure. The nurse does not reinsert the implant, even with lead gloves. Although the patient should be instructed to lay still until the implant is disposed of, contacting the provider is not the first action. The visitors should not be present while the implant is unsecured, but they do not need to wait for the provider to examine the patient.

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