Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a postoperative client following abdominal surgery. Which of the following findings should cause the nurse to anticipate the client might be experiencing a hemorrhage?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Hypotension and tachypnea are signs of hemorrhage due to decreased blood volume and compensatory increased respiratory rate. Diaphoresis may occur but is less specific, while bradycardia and diarrhea are not typical.