The nurse is evaluating care provided to a client with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which observation indicates care has been successful for this client?
A) Heart rate 110 beats per minute
B) Oxygen saturation level 86%
C) Urine output 20 mL per hour
D) No evidence of bleeding
Answer: D
Care provided to a client with DIC is successful when there is no further bleeding. Oxygen saturation of 86% is evidence that treatment is needed. Heart rate of 110 beats per minute is evidence that treatment is needed. Urine output of 20 mL per hour is below normal limits and would indicate the need for further treatment.
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