Which of the following findings in a patient with decreased cardiac output would the nurse recognize as indicating that interventions are effective, and the patient is improving? (Select all that apply.)
a. Temperature 98.6°F (37°C), respirations 16/min, blood pressure 110/75 mm Hg, pulse 75 beats/min)
b. Urine output greater than 30 mL/hour
c. Cool pale extremities with diminished peripheral pulses
d. Less shivering
e. Clear lung sounds
f. Pulse oximeter reading 96%
ANS: A, B, D, E, F
All but C indicate normal findings. Cool pale extremities with diminished peripheral pulses indicate circulatory problems.
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