A Client Is Scheduled for a Thoracentesis

question 11

Multiple Choice

A client is scheduled for a thoracentesis.Which of the following would be important information to include in your teaching plan for this client?

• A)Explain that the procedure will not hurt,and she won't remember any of it.
• B)Caution her that she must not move or cough for 6 hours after the procedure.
• C)Explain that she will be positioned sitting on the edge of the bed with her arms and head on the bedside table.
• D)Explain to her that the needle will be left in place for 24 hours.

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