Which nursing interventions would be appropriate after angioplasty?
A) Elevate the head of the bed by 45 degrees for 6 hours.
B) Assess pedal pulses on the involved limb every 15 minutes for 1 to 2 hours.
C) Monitor the vascular hemostatic device for signs of bleeding.
D) Instruct the patient to bend his or her knee every 15 minutes while the sheath is in place.
E) Maintain NPO status for 12 hours.

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The head of the bed must not be elevated more than 30 degrees,and the patient should be instructed to keep the affected leg straight.Bed rest is 6 to 8 hours in duration,unless a vascular hemostatic device is used.The nurse observes the patient for bleeding or swelling at the puncture site and frequently assesses adequacy of circulation to the involved extremity.NPO status does not need to be maintained after the patient is fully alert.

Which Nursing Interventions Would Be Appropriate After Angioplasty