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

question 11

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)Have the patient lie on the left side for 1 hour.
• C)Apply a sterile 2-inch gauze dressing to the site.
• D)Use a half-inch sterile gauze to pack the wound.

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