The nurse is caring for a client immediately following paracentesis.Which post-procedure finding will cause the nurse to be most concerned?
A)The client reports discomfort at the puncture site.
B)The client's current blood pressure is 92/60 mm Hg.
C)The client's oxygen saturation is at 92%.
D)The client's finger-stick blood glucose is 102.

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A significant drop in blood pressure, such as a reading of 92/60 mm Hg, after a paracentesis could indicate internal bleeding or a rapid shift in fluids, which can be a serious and potentially life-threatening complication. This would be the most concerning finding that requires immediate attention.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Immediately Following Paracentesis