Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client post cardiac catheterization via the right groin site. The nurse is aware that which of the following findings needs to be reported to the interventional cardiologist as soon as it is identified.
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Swelling at the insertion site and cool extremity may indicate bleeding or hematoma formation, which requires immediate attention.