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문제
A nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who suddenly becomes restless, with decreased urine output and cool, clammy skin, indicating signs of shock. Which assessment finding would be the MOST critical indicator requiring immediate intervention?
The nurse notices the patient has become restless, with decreased urine output and cool, clammy skin.
1Blood pressure 80/50 mmHg with weak, thready pulse at 120 bpm✓ 정답
2Respiratory rate of 28 breaths per minute with shallow breathing
3Temperature of 99.2°F (37.3°C) with mild diaphoresis
4Oxygen saturation of 92% on room air with slight confusion
해설
Hypotension with compensatory tachycardia and weak pulse indicates cardiovascular compromise requiring immediate intervention to prevent organ failure. Other findings (respiratory distress, mild fever, slight hypoxia) are concerning but less immediately life-threatening.