A Patient with Diabetic Nephropathy Is Admitted for a Right

A patient with diabetic nephropathy is admitted for a right renal biopsy. Immediately after the biopsy, which of these is an essential nursing action?

A) Check blood glucose to assess for hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia.
B) Obtain a urine specimen to check for hematuria.
C) Monitor the BUN and creatinine to assess renal function.
D) Place the patient on the right side to put pressure on the site.

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