Multiple Choice
A patient with a PA catheter needs PCWP readings every 4 hours. What technique should the nurse follow when obtaining these pressures?
A) Cap the port after the balloon is inflated.
B) Keep the balloon inflated for 30 seconds.
C) Inflate the balloon until the PA waveform changes.
D) Open the balloon inflation valve after each measurement.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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