A patient recovering from coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery has a heart rate of 120 bmp, blood pressure 90/50 mmHg, decreased urine output, decreased chest tube output, muffled heart sounds, and weak peripheral pulses. What action should the nurse take first?
A. Reposition the patient.
B. Increase the intravenous fluids.
C. Notify the physician immediately.
D. Recheck vital signs in 15 minutes.
Answer: C
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