The nurse is teaching a client who has undergone a bone marrow biopsy. Which instruction does the nurse give the client?
a. "Wear protective gear when playing con-tact sports."
b. "Monitor the biopsy site for bruising."
c. "Remain in bed for at least 12 hours."
d. "Use a heating pad for pain at the biopsy site."
B
The most important instruction is to have the client monitor the area for external or internal bleeding. Activities such as contact sports should be avoided, and an ice pack can be used to lim-it bruising.
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