Four hours after a femoral cardiac catheterization, which finding requires immediate nurse action?

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B. Absent pedal pulse in the affected extremity — An absent distal pulse after femoral catheterization may indicate arterial occlusion and threatens limb perfusion. It is more urgent than mild bruising or expected discomfort.

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A. Small area of bruising at the site

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C. Mild back discomfort when lying flat

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D. Heart rate of 88/min