Author Question: The nurse obtains the following vital signs on an adult patient: T. 100.6F BP 100/60, HR 110, ... (Read 37 times)

maychende · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse obtains the following vital signs on an adult patient: T. 100.6F BP 100/60, HR 110, respirations 36. What is the first action by the nurse?

a. Offer oral fluids.
b. Begin an IV infusion.
c. Obtain a pulse oximetry reading.
d. Administer oxygen.

Question 2

The nurse obtains a blood pressure reading of 160/90 from a cardiac patient. What is the first action by the nurse?

a. Obtain the blood in lying, sitting, and standing positions.
b. Contact the primary care provider for medication orders.
c. Recheck the blood pressure in 30 minutes.
d. Check the patient's pattern of blood pressures over the past 3 days.