A 72-year-old ICU patient with septic shock is now off vasop…
A 72-year-old ICU patient with septic shock is now off vasopressors. Morning labs show Hgb 6.9 g/dL (down from 8.1 yesterday). Vitals: T 37.1°C, HR 118/min, BP 94/58 mmHg, RR 22/min, SpO₂ 94% on 2 L NC. The patient is intermittently confused and pale. Which nursing actions are appropriate now?