The nurse is preparing a client for a bone biopsy and aspiration.The client asks,"Will this be painful?" How does the nurse respond?

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Clients may have pain during this procedure.The type and amount of anesthesia or sedation depend on the physician's preference,the client's preference,and previous experience with bone marrow aspiration.The procedure takes from 5 to 15 minutes.Guided imagery can relieve pain but works well only with some clients.

The Nurse Is Preparing a Client for a Bone Biopsy