A patient with cardiogenic shock has an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) .What should the nurse include when caring for this patient?
A) Elevated the affected leg on a pillow
B) Elevate the head of the bed 45 degrees
C) Keep the affected leg straight at all times
D) Keep the bed flat with a small pillow under the head
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