During a postoperative assessment, a nurse determines that the patient could be hemorrhaging. Place the following nursing actions in the appropriate order (1–4).(Enter the number of each step in the proper sequence, do not use commas)
1. Take the vital signs every 15 minutes.
2. Administer intravenous (IV) fluids as ordered by a physician.
3. Administer oxygen via mask or nasal cannula.
4. Position the patient in low Fowler position with knees flexed.
ANS:
3, 4, 2, 1
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