A client is recovering from a cerebral angiogram. What care should the nurse provide to the client at this time? (Select all that apply.)
1. Restrict fluids
2. Monitor vital signs
3. Monitor neurologic signs
4. Apply ice to the injection site
5. Apply pressure dressing to the injection site
Answer: 2, 3, 4, 5
1. Fluids do not need to be restricted after a cerebral angiogram.
2. After a cerebral angiogram vital signs need to be monitored closely.
3. After a cerebral angiogram neurologic signs need to be monitored closely.
4. After a cerebral angiogram apply ice to the injection site.
5. After a cerebral angiogram a pressure dressing should be applied to the injection site.
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