A nurse is preparing a patient for TMS. Which safety precaution must be verified before starting the session?
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Correct answer: Ensure no metallic implants are in or near the head (e.g., cochlear).
Because TMS uses magnetic fields, the presence of metallic implants or devices can pose risk or interference; screening for these is a necessary safety step.
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