The Patient Returns to the Medical Unit After a Pulmonary

question 28

Multiple Choice

The patient returns to the medical unit after a pulmonary angiography. Which instructions by the nurse would help prevent complications from the test?

• A)"Lie flat for 8 hours so the injection site does not bleed."
• B)"You may sit up for short periods of time, such as mealtime."
• C)"To prevent irritation to your throat, try not to cough for 6 hours."
• D)"Don't drink anything for 6 hours after the test, as you may choke."

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