The nurse is monitoring a patient being for septic shock. Which findings indicate that the patient is improving? (Select all that apply.)
a. SpO2 94%
b. pH is 7.33
c. Pulse 75 beats/minute
d. Temperature 101°F (38.3°C)
e. Blood pressure 110/90 mm Hg
f. Urine output less than 25 mL/hr
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ANS: A, C, E
Oxygen saturation of 94%, pulse of 75 beats/minute, and blood pressure of 110/90 mm Hg all indicate that the patient is improving. F. Urine output should be 30 mL/hr to be normal. D. Normal temperature is 98.6°F (37°C). B. pH below 7.35 is abnormal and indicates ongoing acidosis related to shock.
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