A nurse prepares a client for a percutaneous kidney biopsy. Which actions should the nurse take prior to this procedure? (Select all that apply.)
a. Keep the client NPO for 4 to 6 hours.
b. Obtain coagulation study results.
c. Maintain strict bedrest in a supine position.
d. Assess for blood in the client's urine.
e. Administer antihypertensive medications.
ANS: A, B, E
Prior to a percutaneous kidney biopsy, the client should be NPO for 4 to 6 hours. Coagulation studies should be completed to prevent bleeding after the biopsy. Blood pressure medications should be administered to prevent hypertension before and after the procedure. There is no need to keep the client on bedrest or assess for blood in the client's urine prior to the procedure; these interventions should be implemented after a percutaneous kidney biopsy.
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