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A nurse reviews vital signs for a patient admitted with an injury sustained while intoxicated. The medical record shows these blood pressure and pulse readings at the times listed:
0200:  118/78 mm Hg and 72 beats/min
0400:  126/80 mm Hg and 76 beats/min
0600:  128/82 mm Hg and 72 beats/min
0800:  132/88 mm Hg and 80 beats/min
1000:  148/94 mm Hg and 96 beats/min
   What is the nurse's priority action?
a.   Force fluids.
b.   Consult the health care provider.
c.   Obtain a clean-catch urine sample.
d.   Place the patient in a vest-type restraint.
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Varcarolis' Foundations of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing: A Clinical Approach

Varcarolis' Foundations of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing: A Clinical Approach


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Wow! Couldn't have asked for a better explanation. Bye for now Smiling Face with Open Mouth
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Let me know if you need more of an explanation.
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