The nurse is providing care to a client who has had a renal biopsy. The nurse would need to be alert for signs and symptoms of which of the following?
A) Bleeding
B) Infection
C) Dehydration
D) Allergic reaction

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A renal biopsy involves the removal of a small amount of kidney tissue, which can cause bleeding. Therefore, the nurse needs to be alert for signs and symptoms of bleeding, such as decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, abdominal or flank pain, and/or decreased urine output. While infection, dehydration, and allergic reaction are potential risks, they are not necessarily common nor as immediate or life-threatening as bleeding.

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