Since R.J. underwent an emergency pericardiocentesis, which nursing interventions will you include in his immediate postprocedural care? (Select all that apply) a. Maintain continuous ECG monitoring b. Closely assess for further cardiac tamponade c. Obtain blood cultures at 2 sites and send to the laboratory d. Be prepared for an emergency thoracotomy if tamponade recurs e. Observe for complications such as bleeding and cardiac dysrhythmias
[Expert Solution]: Since R.J
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