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The nurse is caring for a client who is having a thoracentesis. Following the procedure, the nurse monitors for complications. The initial post-procedure monitoring plan should include what? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,C,D
Rationale
Monitoring alertness, lung sounds, oxygen saturation, and respiratory pattern detects complications like pneumothorax or respiratory distress.