A client with cirrhosis is due to have a liver biopsy performed.What will the monitor this client for at the bedside following the procedure?

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A liver biopsy carries a risk of bleeding, particularly in clients with liver disease as their blood clotting capabilities may be impaired. Therefore, the client should be monitored for any signs of bleeding such as decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, or bleeding at the biopsy site. Dyspnea, fever, and airway obstruction are not typically associated with a liver biopsy.

A Client with Cirrhosis Is Due to Have a Liver