The new nurse came from a community that was all German in descent. The nurse was told to watch the newly admitted African American client for any signs of cyanosis or pallor. What should the nurse do? Select all that apply
A. Apply pressure to the nail bed and observe how quickly color returns.
B. Ask the visiting family members to tell the nurse if they notice such signs.
C. Check the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet.
D. Consistently check the blood pressure and pulse rate every 15 minutes.
E. Look between the strands of hair on the head for evidence.
F. Tell the nurse in charge of the floor to have someone else, preferably an African American nurse, care for that patient.
ANS: A, C
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