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A client, who has undergone a percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), has received discharge instructions. Which statement by the client would indicate the need for further teaching by the nurse?A) "I should avoid taking a tub bath until my catheter site heals."B) "I should expect a low grade fever and swelling at the site for the next week."C) "I should avoid prolonged sitting"D) "I should expect bruising at the catheter site for upto 3 weeks"

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Answer:

B. I should expect a low-grade fever and swelling at the site for the next week.

Explanation:

Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty is a surgical procedure used to open blocked coronary arteries generated by coronary artery disease. This technique enables the oxygenated blood to circulate towards the heart.

Answer:

B

Explanation:

"I should expect a low grade fever and swelling at the site for the next week

Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) is a minimally invasive procedure to open up blocked coronary arteries, allowing blood to circulate unobstructed to the heart muscle.

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