Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a client with a pleural effusion who is scheduled for a thoracentesis. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement prior to the procedure?
A) Start a peripheral intravenous line to administer the necessary sedative drugs.
B) Position the client sitting upright on the edge of the bed and leaning forward.
C) Remove the water pitcher and remind the client not to eat or drink anything for 6 hours.
D) Instruct the client about the importance of incentive spirometer use after the procedure.
Correct Answer:
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