A client is in the early stages of shock and is restless. What comfort measures does the nurse delegate to the nursing student? (Select all that apply.)
a. Bringing the client warm blankets
b. Giving the client hot tea to drink
c. Massaging the client's painful legs
d. Reorienting the client as needed
e. Sitting with the client for reassurance
ANS: A, D, E
The student can bring the client warm blankets, reorient the client as needed to decrease anxiety, and sit with the client for reassurance. The client should be NPO at this point, so hot tea is prohibited. Massaging the legs is not recommended as this can dislodge any clots present, which may lead to pulmonary embolism.
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