A client returns to the intensive care unit after a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) in which the saphenous vein was removed. During the immediate postoperative period, which nursing intervention...

A client returns to the intensive care unit after a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) in which the saphenous vein was removed. During the immediate postoperative period, which nursing intervention is most important?

1. Inspect the IV site and infusion rate.

2. Assess the client for peripheral edema.

3. Palpate the peripheral pulses.

4. Administer an anticoagulant.