Later on whilst Jean was transferring to the commode she complained of feeling dizzy so you take a new set of observations.
| Temperature | 36.8 °C |
|---|---|
| Heart Rate (HR) | 100 bpm |
| Oxygen Saturation | 97% |
| Blood Pressure | 90/70 |
Based on Jean’s results, what would you do now?
Based on Jean’s results, what would you do now?
Continue physiological monitoring frequency every 15-30 minutes? – Well done, Jean is hypotensive so needs to monitored more regularly. ✓
Monitor every 4 hours? – No, this is the wrong thing to do because this patient is hypotensive. Hypotension results in decreased cerebral perfusion and potentially worse stroke outcome.
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