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How do you prepare a child before a CT scan?

My son broke his arm and needs a Ct scan. I want to know how do you prepare a child before a CT scan?

2 Answers

Sleep deprive and give oral benadryl.
You can sleep deprive them so they fall asleep during the exam, or you can go in the room and comfort them. Also, Benadryl works.