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The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Recovering from a Cardiac

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The nurse is caring for a patient recovering from a cardiac catheterization. Which action should the nurse take?


A) Force 1,000 mL of fluid per hour.
B) Keep patient NPO until gag reflex is present.
C) Encourage the patient to drink plenty of liquids.
D) Hold fluid intake for 2 hours after the procedure.

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