Following a chest X-ray, a patient has been diagnosed with a pleural effusion. The care team has concluded that the quantity of fluid in the patient's intrapleural space necessitates thoracentesis
What patient education should the nurse provide in anticipation of this procedure?
A) "You can move around as normal after the procedure is finished, and I've applied a bandage over the site."
B) "The doctor will ask you to cough a few times to facilitate the insertion of the needle."
C) "If you're unable to lie on your side, you can sit upright and support yourself on your overbed table."
D) "It's very important that you remain still while the doctor is performing the procedure."
D
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