ATI LPN
ATI PN Maternal Newborn 2023 Exam 3 Questions
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A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who was admitted to the postpartum unit. The client is diaphoretic, skin is clammy, pulse is rapid and strong, respirations are shallow. The client reports headache, nausea, and feeling weak.
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Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the client's legs helps improve venous return to the heart, increasing cardiac output and stabilizing blood pressure. This is a critical intervention for a client showing signs of shock, as indicated by diaphoresis, clammy skin, rapid pulse, shallow respirations, headache, nausea, and weakness.
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