A nurse in the intensive care unit is caring for a patient who is being treated for urosepsis
Over the past several hours, the patient's condition has deteriorated, and the care team believes that the patient is experiencing disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). What assessment should the nurse prioritize in the immediate care of this patient?
A) Close observation for signs of internal or external hemorrhage
B) Monitoring the patient for signs of fluid overload due to polycythemia
C) Assessment of the patient's arterial blood gases (ABGs)
D) Assessing the patient's passive range of motion to gauge thrombus formation
A
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