Thoracentesis Patient Preparation Education

A 72-year-old patient is scheduled for a therapeutic thoracentesis due to pleural effusion. As the nurse, you are preparing the patient for this procedure and educating them about the necessary interventions and precautions involved. Thoracentesis is performed to remove excess fluid from the pleural space, which can help relieve symptoms, improve lung function, and assist in obtaining fluid for diagnostic testing.

Which of the following actions should you include in your pre-procedure education for the patient? Select all that apply.