A nurse is caring for a client post-femoral artery catheterization. What complication should the nurse closely monitor in the client?

A) Incorrect - Angiography is a diagnostic test used to visualize blood vessels after the injection of a contrast medium. While it can assess blood flow, it is not the most common test for PVD.

B) Incorrect - An electrocardiogram (ECG) is used to assess the electrical activity of the heart and is not specific to PVD or lower extremity blood flow.

C) Correct - The ankle-brachial index (ABI) is the most commonly used test to assess blood flow in the lower extremities for PVD. It compares blood pressure measurements at the ankle and arm to determine peripheral artery occlusive disease.

D) Incorrect - A lumbar puncture is not used to assess blood flow in the lower extremities. It is a procedure for obtaining cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic purposes in certain neurological conditions.

A) Incorrect - Hypoglycemia is not a common complication of femoral artery catheterization. It is not directly related to the procedure or the femoral artery itself.

B) Incorrect - Hypothermia is not a typical complication of femoral artery catheterization. The procedure is typically performed under controlled environmental conditions.

C) Correct - Bleeding and hematoma at the insertion site are common complications of femoral artery catheterization. The nurse should closely monitor the insertion site for any signs of bleeding or swelling.

D) Incorrect - While elevated blood pressure can be a concern after some procedures, it is not a specific complication of femoral artery catheterization. The primary focus after the procedure is on monitoring the insertion site.