Which of the following nursing actions should be included in the plan of care for a client who has had endovascular repair of an abdominal aortic aneurysm?
A)Record hourly chest tube drainage.
B)Monitor fluid intake and urine output.
C)Check the abdominal wound for redness or swelling.
D)Teach the reason for a prolonged rehabilitation process.

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Because renal artery occlusion can occur after endovascular repair, the nurse should monitor parameters of renal function such as intake and output. Chest tubes will not be needed for endovascular surgery, the recovery period will be short, and there will not be an abdominal wound.

Which of the Following Nursing Actions Should Be Included in the Plan