A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Is Recovering from Extracorporeal

question 17

Multiple Choice

A nurse assesses a client who is recovering from extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for renal calculi.The nurse notes an ecchymotic area on the client's right lower back.Which action should the nurse take?

• A) Administer fresh-frozen plasma.
• B) Apply an ice pack to the site.
• C) Place the client in the prone position.
• D) Obtain serum coagulation test results.

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