The nurse is caring for a patient who had a cardiac catheterization using the left femoral site for entry. Which of the following data are most important to monitor?

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Monitoring the left pedal pulse is important as the cardiac catheterization was done using the left femoral site and there is a risk of damage to the femoral artery which can affect blood flow to the lower extremities. Orientation status, pupil reaction, and right foot sensation are not directly related to the procedure and are not the priority in this situation.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Had a Cardiac