After a paracentesis has been performed, which of these nursing actions is indicated?
a. applying sterile dressing to the puncture site
b. monitoring fetal heart tones and assessing for signs of labor
c. withholding food and fluids for at least 12 hours
d. keeping the client flat in bed for 24 hours
A
Nursing responsibilities for a client having a paracentesis performed include maintaining positioning during the procedure, reassuring the client, and applying sterile dressing to the puncture site after a paracentesis has been performed.
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