Hesi rn medical surgical proctored exam (cardiac)
An adult client with pericarditis is exhibiting muffled heart sounds. The client is diagnosed with cardiac tamponade, and a pericardiocentesis is scheduled. Prior to the procedure, it is most important for the nurse to implement which intervention?
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