Multiple Choice
A patient develops low back pain radiating to both sides of the body after a femoral approach has been used for a cardiac catheterization.What should the nurse do while contacting the health care provider?
A) Ambulate the patient to see if the pain diminishes.
B) Monitor the vital signs every 5 minutes.
C) Encourage oral intake of fluids as desired by the patient.
D) Sit the patient in a high-Fowler's position.
Correct Answer:
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