A nurse assesses an older adult client who was admitted 2 days ago with a fractured hip. The nurse notes that the client

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A Nurse Assesses An Older Adult Client Who Was Admitted 2 Days Ago With A Fractured Hip The Nurse Notes That The Client 1 (22.28 KiB) Viewed 21 times

A nurse assesses an older adult client who was admitted 2 days ago with a fractured hip. The nurse notes that the client is confused and restless. The client's vital signs are heart rate 98 beats/min, respiratory rate 32 breaths/min, blood pressure 132/78 mm Hg, and SpO2 88%. Which action should the nurse take first? Increase the intravenous flow rate Assess response to pain medications Compare vital signs to the last set of vitals Administer oxygen via nasal cannula