When Taking the BP of a Patient with Severe Acute

question 33

Multiple Choice

When taking the BP of a patient with severe acute pancreatitis,the nurse notices carpal spasm of the patient's hand.Which action should the nurse take next?

• A) Notify the physician immediately.
• B) Retake the patient's BP.
• C) Check the calcium level on the chart.
• D) Ask the patient about any arm pain.

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