A client is admitted to the progressive care unit following a cardiac catheterization utilizing a right femoral artery approach. Four hours after the procedure, the practical nurse obtains a blood pressure of and a heart rate of . The client exhibits mild pallor and reports feeling dizzy, but denies any localized groin pain or chest pressure. What is the priority nursing action?
- Promptly report the current hemodynamic findings and client symptoms to the supervising registered nurse.Cevap
- BRecord the measurements and plan to recheck the client's vital signs at the next scheduled rounding interval.
- CPrepare to administer an as-needed oral analgesic, anticipating that the tachycardia is related to procedural soreness.
- DAssist the client into a seated, high-Fowler's position to help alleviate the sensation of dizziness.
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Promptly report the current hemodynamic findings and client symptoms to the supervising registered nurse.
The client is exhibiting early signs of hypovolemic shock or potential internal bleeding, indicated by hypotension, tachycardia, pallor, and dizziness following a femoral artery puncture. The practical nurse must prioritize circulation and patient safety by immediately reporting these abnormal findings to the registered nurse or healthcare provider for further assessment and intervention.
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Recognizing and Escalating Early Signs of Post-Procedure Hemorrhage