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During morning rounds, a practical nurse evaluates a client who underwent a partial nephrectomy 18 hours ago. The morning laboratory report indicates a hemoglobin level of 7.8 g/dL (78 g/L). Upon assessment, the client's heart rate is 106 bpm and blood pressure is 104/62 mm Hg. The admission baseline blood pressure was 138/82 mm Hg. Which action should the practical nurse take first?

  1. A
    Document the vital signs as an expected postoperative trend and proceed with routine care.
  2. Notify the registered nurse immediately regarding the assessment data and laboratory values.Cevap
  3. C
    Increase the rate of the prescribed intravenous maintenance fluids to restore blood volume.
  4. D
    Note the abnormal hemoglobin level in the chart for the provider to review during afternoon rounds.

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The correct action is to immediately notify the registered nurse regarding the assessment data and laboratory values.
The client is exhibiting classic signs of postoperative hemorrhage and early hypovolemic shock, evidenced by a significant drop in blood pressure from baseline, compensatory tachycardia, and a critically low hemoglobin level following a highly vascular surgery (partial nephrectomy). Within their scope of practice, the practical nurse must immediately escalate these critical findings to the registered nurse, who will coordinate emergency interventions with the healthcare provider.

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1
Analyze the provided laboratory values.
The hemoglobin level of 7.8 g/dL (78 g/L) is significantly low and indicates potential blood loss.
Identifying critical laboratory results is essential for recognizing postoperative complications.
2
Evaluate the client's current vital signs against their established baseline.
The heart rate is elevated (106 bpm) and the blood pressure has dropped significantly from the baseline of 138/82 mm Hg down to 104/62 mm Hg.
Changes in vital signs, especially a narrowing pulse pressure or dropping systolic pressure with tachycardia, can indicate physiological deterioration.
3
Synthesize the clinical findings.
The combination of a critically low hemoglobin level, tachycardia, and a significant drop in blood pressure strongly suggests active postoperative hemorrhage and early hypovolemic shock.
Connecting disparate clinical cues is required for sound clinical judgment and risk reduction.
4
Determine the priority nursing action within the practical nurse scope of practice.
The practical nurse must immediately escalate these critical findings to the registered nurse.
The registered nurse must perform a comprehensive assessment and collaborate with the healthcare provider to initiate emergency interventions, such as fluid resuscitation or blood transfusions.

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