Which nursing action is essential for a patient immediately after a renal biopsy?
a. Check blood glucose to assess for hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia.
b. Insert a urinary catheter and test urine for gross or microscopic hematuria.
c. Monitor the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine to assess renal function.
d. Apply a pressure dressing and keep the patient on the affected side for 30 minutes.
ANS: D
A pressure dressing is applied and the patient is kept on the affected side for 30 to 60 minutes to put pressure on the biopsy side and decrease the risk for bleeding. The blood glucose and BUN/creatinine will not be affected by the biopsy. Although monitoring for hematuria is needed, there is no need for catheterization.
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