You administer the ordered medication and proceed with your assessment
Which of these are possible complications to monitor for after a cardiac catheterization?
Select all that apply.
a. Hemorrhage
b. Hematoma
c. Hyperglycemia
d. Dysrhythmia
e. Decreased pulse in unaffected leg
f. Vasospasm
a, b, d, e
Hyperglycemia is incorrect because a young infant might be at risk for hypoglycemia. Vasospasm
is incorrect because the patient might have decreased pulses on the affected side.
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