When Caring for a Patient Following a Needle Biopsy of the Liver

question 12

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient following a needle biopsy of the liver at the bedside,what should the nurse do?

• A) Elevate the head of the bed to facilitate breathing.
• B) Check the patient's postbiopsy coagulation studies.
• C) Place the patient on the right side with the bed flat.
• D) Instruct the patient to take shallow breaths to avoid pressure on the liver.

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