The Patient's Initial Vital Signs Immediately on Return from Surgery

question 3

Multiple Choice

The patient's initial vital signs immediately on return from surgery are BP,140/90;P,80;R,14;T,98° F.One hour later the vital signs are BP,130/84;P,72;R,16;T,96.8° F.Based on these assessments,the nurse should:

• A)add a blanket for warmth to the patient.
• B)notify the charge nurse of probable hemorrhage.
• C)raise the head of the bed 45 degrees.
• D)note the assessment as normal postoperative recovery.

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