For the recovery room client experiencing the problem associated with peripheral vasodilation resulting from anesthesia, the nurse should:
a. administer opiod analgesics as prescribed.
b. check the patency of the indwelling urinary catheter.
c. cover the client with warm blankets and reassure that the condition soon passes.
d. increase the IV fluids and recheck the client's dressing for bleeding.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not the treatment for shivering.
B Incorrect: This is not the treatment for shivering.
C Correct: Peripheral vasoconstriction causes shivering, so the client should be provided warm blankets and reassured that the shivering soon passes.
D Incorrect: This is not the appropriate action for a client experiencing shivering.
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