A nurse is caring for a patient on the medical stepdown unit…
A nurse is caring for a patient on the medical stepdown unit. The following data are related to this patient:Subjective InformationLaboratory AnalysisPhysical AssessmentShortness of breath for 20 minutesFeels frightened”Can’t catch my breath”pH: 7.12PaCO2: 28 mm HgPaO2: 58 mm HgSaO2: 88%Pulse: 120 beats/minRespiratory rate: 34 breaths/minBlood pressure 158/92 mm HgLungs have cracklesWhat action by the nurse is most appropriate?
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The nurse is caring for a client who has sustained significant blood loss following a motor vehicle crash resulting in abdominal trauma. When implementing the plan of care, which interventions are most important to decrease risk of hypovolemic shock? Select all that apply:
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