The Femoral Site Was Used to Perform an Angiocardiogram on a Client

The femoral site was used to perform an angiocardiogram on a client with atherosclerosis. Which nursing consideration is recommended following the surgery?

A) Wake the client and ambulate 1 hour following the procedure.
B) Instruct the client to flex the legs every 20 minutes to prevent clots.
C) Check peripheral pulses distal to the site and the color and warmth of the extremity.
D) Have the client sit up in bed for up to 8 hours following surgery.