A patient with a liver mass is undergoing a percutaneous liver biopsy. After the procedure the nurse assists the physician in positioning the patient. What position should they position the patient in?
A) On the right side with a pillow under the costal margin
B) Supine position
C) On the left side with a pillow under the knees
D) Trendelenberg position
Ans: A
Feedback: Immediately after a percutaneous liver biopsy, assist the patient to turn onto the right side and place a pillow under the costal margin. Instruct the patient to remain in this position, recumbent and immobile, for several hours. The patient will not be placed in the supine or the Trendelenberg position. Option C is incorrect.
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