When preparing to assist with the insertion of a pulmonary artery catheter, the nurse will anticipate the need to

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Dysrhythmias can occur as the catheter is floated through the right atrium and ventricle, and it is important for the nurse to monitor for these during insertion. Pulmonary artery pressure (PAP) lines are usually inserted to determine fluid status, so diuretics would not be given until after the PAP line was inserted and the patient's fluid status was determined. Cardiac enzymes are not needed before the procedure, and heart sounds are not monitored during insertion.

When Preparing to Assist with the Insertion of a Pulmonary