Thirty minutes after left-heart catheterization, the client's blood pressure begins to drop. Which potential complication explains this?

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Loss of circulating volume from the puncture site or into tissues surrounding the site can result in decreased blood pressure. Choice A is incorrect because absent distal pulses indicate a blockage in the artery, but will not necessarily be accompanied by decreased blood pressure. Choice B is incorrect because increased pain is more likely to result in increased blood pressure. Choice C is incorrect because nausea is more likely to result in increased blood pressure.

Thirty Minutes After Left-Heart Catheterization, the Client's Blood Pressure Begins