When Caring for a Patient Who Has Septic Shock, Which

question 10

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient who has septic shock, which assessment finding is most important for the nurse to report to the health care provider?

• A) BP 92/56 mm Hg
• B) Skin cool and clammy
• C) Apical pulse 118 beats/min
• D) Arterial oxygen saturation 91%

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