A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Returning from a Femoral

question 31

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a patient returning from a femoral arteriogram. Which of the following nursing actions would be included in the plan of care?

• A) Cough and deep breathing exercises hourly \(\times\) 4
• B) Sequential compression devices on bilateral lower extremities
• C) Bedrest for at least 6 hours with the involved leg straight
• D) Post-procedure enema every 12 hours \(\times\) 2

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