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The nurse is caring for a client six hours postoperative following a below-knee amputation (BKA). Which of the following assessment findings requires follow-up?

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Rationale: Restlessness can be a sign of pain, anxiety, or hypoxia, all of which require follow-up in a postoperative client. The blood pressure and pulse rate are within normal limits, and hypoactive bowel sounds are expected shortly after surgery due to anesthesia and reduced gastrointestinal motility.

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