A nurse is getting a client out of bed for the first time since surgery. The nurse raises the head of the bed, and the client complains of dizziness. Which action should the nurse take first?
A. Check the client's blood pressure
B. Check the oxygen saturation level
C. Have the client take some deep breaths
D. Lower the head of the bed slowly until the dizziness is relieved
Ans: D. Lower the head of the bed slowly until the dizziness is relieved
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