The charge nurse is observing a new graduate care for a patient recovering from a renal biopsy. For which action should the charge nurse intervene?

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A renal biopsy does not require NPO status or avoidance of eating, so the charge nurse should intervene if the new graduate nurse instructs the patient to avoid food for 8 to 12 hours. The other actions listed are appropriate and should be continued. The graduate nurse should apply pressure to the site for 15 minutes to prevent bleeding, teach the patient to increase fluid intake to help flush out any remaining contrast or dye, and direct the patient to report decreased urination, which could be a sign of bleeding or further complications.

The Charge Nurse Is Observing a New Graduate Care for a Patient