Which postoperative intervention should be questioned for a child after a cardiac catheterization?
A) Continue intravenous (IV) fluids until the infant is tolerating oral fluids.
B) Check the dressing for bleeding.
C) Assess peripheral circulation on the affected extremity.
D) Keep the affected leg flexed and elevated.

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The child should be positioned with the affected leg straight for 4 to 6 hours after the procedure.IV fluid administration continues until the child is taking and retaining adequate amounts of oral fluids.The insertion site dressing should be observed frequently for bleeding.The nurse should also look under the child to check for pooled blood.Peripheral perfusion is monitored after catheterization.Distal pulses should be palpable,although they may be weaker than in the contralateral extremity.

Which Postoperative Intervention Should Be Questioned for a Child After