Frank decides to go home to sleep in his own bed. Bertha\'s daughter, Carol, spe
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Frank decides to go home to sleep in his own bed. Bertha's daughter, Carol, spends the night at the bedside. Early the next morning, Bertha's vital signs are pulse 50 beats/min and thread you, respirations 10 breaths/min and hallow, BP 70/30mmHg, Glasgow Coma Scale 3. Based on the assessment findings, what action should the nurse take?
a. inform Carol that Bertha's condition is worsening.
b. suggest that Carol tell Frank to rush back to the hospital immediately.
c. Hold carols hand, but do not disclose Bertha's vital signs.
d. Notify the family that Bertha will probably die today.
Explanation / Answer
Correct answer would be:
a. inform Carol that Bertha's condition is worsening.
Reason:The nurse should inform Carol and of Bertha's family members that Bertha's condition is worsening so that it could provide the family members the opportunity to communicate with Bertha and inform their rabbi if required..
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