A Patient with Pancytopenia Has a Bone Marrow Aspiration from the Left

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient with pancytopenia has a bone marrow aspiration from the left posterior iliac crest.Which action would be important for the nurse to take after the procedure?

• A) Elevate the head of the bed to 45 degrees.
• B) Apply a sterile 2-inch gauze dressing to the site.
• C) Use a half-inch sterile gauze to pack the wound.
• D) Have the patient lie on the left side for 1 hour.

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