A Patient Who Has Neurogenic Shock Is Receiving a Phenylephrine

question 29

Multiple Choice

A patient who has neurogenic shock is receiving a phenylephrine infusion through a right forearm IV. Which assessment finding obtained by the nurse indicates a need for immediate action?

• A)The patient's heart rate is 58 beats/min.
• B)The patient's extremities are warm and dry.
• C)The patient's IV infusion site is cool and pale.
• D)The patient's urine output is 28 mL over the past hour.

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