A client who just returned from a cardiac catheterization reports to the nurse that the pressure bandage on the right groin is tight. what action should the nurse take?

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Mckayla Summers

30 September, 11:55

A client who just returned from a cardiac catheterization reports to the nurse that the pressure bandage on the right groin is tight. what action should the nurse take?

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Turner Fernandez · Answer 1

The nurse should assess the pulses that are distal to the dressing. This is necessary in order to assess the regularity, strength and rate of the pulses. A strong pulse reflects a good perfusion status. If the pulse is weak, that means that circulation is been hindered.