What intervention should the nurse implement to prevent bleeding associated with a bone biopsy of the left leg?
A. Remove the dressing for better observation of the incision.
B. Place the client in a right side-lying position.
C. Administer an IM injection of vitamin K.
D. Immobilize the client's left leg.
D
To prevent bleeding associated with bone biopsy, the nurse assists the client with immobilizing the affected extremity for 12 to 24 hours.
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