During Routine Hemodialysis,the 68-Year-Old Patient Complains of Nausea and Dizziness

question 22

Multiple Choice

During routine hemodialysis,the 68-year-old patient complains of nausea and dizziness.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Slow down the rate of dialysis.
• B) Check patient's blood pressure (BP).
• C) Review the hematocrit (Hct) level.
• D) Give prescribed PRN antiemetic drugs.

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