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NCLEX-RN · Question #87
A male client is scheduled for a liver biopsy. In preparing him for this test, the nurse should:
The correct answer is D. Explain that his vital signs will be checked frequently after the test. (A) There is no NPO restriction prior to a liver biopsy. (B) The client would need to hold his breath for 5-10 seconds. (C) There is no pretest laxative given. (D) Following the test, the client is watched for hemorrhage and shock.
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
Question
A male client is scheduled for a liver biopsy. In preparing him for this test, the nurse should:
Options
- AExplain that he will be kept NPO for 24 hours before the exam
- BPractice with him so he will be able to hold his breath for 1 minute
- CExplain that he will be receiving a laxative to prevent a distended bowel from applying pressure on
- DExplain that his vital signs will be checked frequently after the test
How the community answered
(41 responses)- A15% (6)
- B7% (3)
- C2% (1)
- D76% (31)
Explanation
(A) There is no NPO restriction prior to a liver biopsy. (B) The client would need to hold his breath for 5-10 seconds. (C) There is no pretest laxative given. (D) Following the test, the client is watched for hemorrhage and shock.
Topics
#liver biopsy#pre-procedure teaching#post-procedure monitoring#vital signs
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