The nurse obtains the following vital signs on an adult patient: temperature (T) 100.6°F (38.1°C); blood pressure (BP) 100/60 mm Hg; heart rate (HR) 110 beats/min; respiratory rate (RR) 36 breaths/min. What is the first action by the nurse?

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Obtaining a pulse oximetry reading is the first action the nurse should take given the patient's elevated heart rate and respiratory rate. This will help assess the patient's oxygen saturation level, which is crucial for determining the need for further interventions such as oxygen administration.

The Nurse Obtains the Following Vital Signs on an Adult