The nurse is caring for a client in neurogenic shock who has…

The nurse is caring for a client in neurogenic shock who has a blood pressure of 74/42 mm Hg and a heart rate of 42 bpm. The client is receiving a rapid infusion of 0.9% normal saline, but the blood pressure remains unchanged after 1,000 mL. Which action should the nurse anticipate next?

A client had a chest tube inserted four hours ago after a ro…

A client had a chest tube inserted four hours ago after a routine thoracentesis due to pleural effusion. During the current assessment, the nurse notes that the chest tube has drained 300 mL of bright red blood over the past hour. The client is restless and has cool, pale skin. Vital signs are heart rate 118 bpm, blood pressure 112/74 mmHg, and respiratory rate 22 breaths/min. Which action should the nurse take first?