The nurse is preparing to obtain a pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PAWP) on a patient.What action should be taken to ensure for the patient's safety?
A) Inflate the balloon 1.5 mL
B) Place the patient in the Trendelenburg position
C) Monitor the waveform after inflating the balloon
D) Deflate the balloon within five minutes of obtaining the pressure
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