The nurse is caring for the patient immediately after an angiogram has been finished.Which action does the nurse take to prevent a complication of this procedure?
A) Limit the patient's total fluid intake.
B) Encourage early patient ambulation.
C) Elevate the head of the bed 30 degrees.
D) Apply constant pressure to the insertion site.
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