The nurse is planning care for a patient scheduled for paracentesis to treat ascites. Which outcome should the nurse use for this patient's plan of care?

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Paracentesis, a procedure to remove fluid from the abdomen, can relieve pressure on the diaphragm and improve breathing, making "the patient's respiratory effort will be lessened" an appropriate outcome.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Patient Scheduled for Paracentesis