The nurse is caring for a patient who will be undergoing bone marrow biopsy. Which statement by the patient indicates that additional teaching is needed?
A) "I will count the ceiling tiles when the doctor inserts the numbing medicine."
B) "I will take acetaminophen later today if the site becomes uncomfortable."
C) "I will squeeze your hand to help calm my fears about the test."
D) "I will keep the biopsy site clean and dry for the next 24 hours."

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The patient will be positioned in the prone or lateral position for the test, so the patient will not be able to count ceiling tiles as a distraction during the numbing step of the test. The patient may take acetaminophen as needed for discomfort afterward. The biopsy site must be kept clean and dry for 24 hours after the biopsy to prevent infection. Holding the nurse's hand will help calm the patient before and during the procedure.

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