Your patient has just returned to the unit after having a bone biopsy done. What would the nurse monitor the patient for after the biopsy?
A) Dehiscence
B) Edema
C) Hematoma
D) Evulsion
Ans: B
Feedback: The nurse monitors the biopsy site for edema, bleeding, pain, and infection. Ice is applied as prescribed to control bleeding and edema. In addition, analgesics are administered as prescribed for comfort. Options A, C, and D are therefore incorrect.
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