A patient has just had a bone marrow biopsy taken from the iliac crest. What is the nurse's next action?

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After a bone marrow biopsy, the nurse should plan to assess the patient regularly for pain and bleeding, as these are potential complications of the procedure. It is important that the nurse monitor the patient's vital signs and the appearance of the biopsy site. The options of applying a fluid collection device, covering with a bulky pressure dressing, or having the patient ambulate are not appropriate actions in this situation.

A Patient Has Just Had a Bone Marrow Biopsy Taken