A nurse is providing post-test teaching to a patient who has just undergone uterine fibroid embolization.The nurse should tell the patient that it is normal to experience which of the following symptoms for several days following this procedure? Select all that apply.
A)Pelvic cramps
B)Chest pain
C)Mild nausea
D)Difficulty breathing
E)Persistent right shoulder pain

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Patients can experience pelvic cramps and mild nausea for several days following uterine fibroid embolization as these are common side effects of the procedure. Chest pain, difficulty breathing, and persistent right shoulder pain are not expected after the procedure and should be reported to the healthcare provider immediately.

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