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. An older adult patient is scheduled for a thoracentesis. The nurse needs to recognize and evaluate the significant symptoms of respiratory dysfunction by applying concepts from the patient’s health history and physical assessment findings.
Why is it essential to obtain a chest x-ray before and after the procedure?
After a thoracentesis, for what potential complications should the nurse assess the patient?
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