When explaining what to expect during a vertebral bone marrow biopsy, a nurse informs a client that he or she will:
A. Be placed in a supine position
B. Be asked to move around after the needle is inserted
C. Feel a sense of warmth with the lidocaine injection
D. Experience a pressure when the bone marrow is withdrawn
D
D. Pressure may occur when the bone marrow is aspirated.
A. For vertebral biopsy have client in a seated position.
B. Emphasize to client to remain very still and avoid sudden movement throughout the procedure.
C. Explain to patient that pain may occur when lidocaine is injected into tissue.
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