For which of the following adult clients should the nurse make follow-up observations and monitor the vital signs closely? A client whose:
a. Resting morning blood pressure is 136/86, whereas the afternoon BP is 128/84 mm Hg
b. Oral temperature is 97.9°F in the morning and 99.8°F in the evening
c. Heart rate was 76 beats/min before eating and 88 beats/min after eating
d. Respiratory rate is 16 breaths/min when standing and 18 when lying down
ANS: A
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