After a thoracentesis procedure, it is important to monitor the patient for:
a. bronchospasm.
b. hemoptysis.
c. increased blood urea nitrogen (BUN).
d. pneumothorax.
D
Because a needle has to be inserted through the chest wall to perform a thoracentesis, pneumothorax is a possible complication. Bronchoscopy could cause bronchospasm or hemoptysis. Increased BUN is associated with kidney failure.
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