HESI RN Med Surg Adult Health

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One hour after major abdominal surgery, a client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU) has a blood pressure (BP) of 136/80 mm Hg. Fifteen minutes later, it is 114/72 mm Hg. Which action should the nurse take first?

A. Increase frequency of BP assessments. B. Encourage the client to breathe deeply. C. Check the abdominal surgical dressing. D. Review the client's baseline BP trends.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Checking the abdominal surgical dressing helps identify postoperative bleeding or complications causing the blood pressure drop.

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