A patient has a pressure-monitoring device inserted after an acute myocardial infarction. Which action should the nurse take to minimize the risk of overdampened measurements? Select all that apply.

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1. Kinks in the tubing prevent the flush solution from reaching the catheter, increasing the risk of overdampened measurements.
2. Adding tubing to the flush system increases the risk of underdampened measurements.
3. Air bubbles contribute to the risk of overdampened measurements.
4. Ensuring that the pressure bag is inflated to 300 mmHg maintains a continuous flow of saline solution through the catheter to reduce the risk of overdampened measurements.
5. Adequate saline in the flush bag reduces the risk of overdampened measurements.

A Patient Has a Pressure-Monitoring Device Inserted After an Acute