To prevent a post-procedure complication, nursing care of a client after a percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) generally would include
A) administering heparin.
B) assessing for clinical manifestations of shock.
C) forcing fluids.
D) maintaining the client flat in bed for 24 hours.

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The nurse should force fluids, orally or intravenously, to assist the body in excreting contrast, which causes diuresis and may cause acute tubular necrosis.

To Prevent a Post-Procedure Complication, Nursing Care of a Client