A patient has a bone marrow aspiration from the posterior iliac crest. Before the procedure, the patient's vital signs were as follows: blood pressure 132/82 mm Hg and pulse 88 beats/min. One hour after the procedure, the blood pressure is 108/70 mm Hg and pulse is 96 beats/min. Which assessment is least important at this time?

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Checking the patient's most recent complete blood count report may provide valuable information, but it is least important to assess at this time compared to observing the puncture site, determining if the patient had any medications before the procedure, and asking the patient about feelings of lightheadedness or dizziness. The patient's blood pressure and pulse changes suggest a possible hypotensive response to the procedure, and assessing for any symptoms of hypotension or bleeding at the puncture site are more immediate concerns. Checking the patient's medications before the procedure can help identify any potential risks or interactions that may have contributed to the hypotensive response.

A Patient Has a Bone Marrow Aspiration from the Posterior