Question

A nurse is providing post procedure care to a client who had a cardiac catheterization via a brachial artery. for the first hour after the procedure, what is the priority nursing intervention

Answer 1

First of all, the nurse should observe the standard precautions, as they are dealing with fluids, The, she should assess the catheterization site. This helps in gaining information about the loss of blood and blood site. Then, she should take measure to stop bleeding from the site and maintain clients' bandages and hygiene.