The nurse is assessing a woman in the immediate postpartum period.The patient's respiratory rate is 22 breaths/minute.The most important aspects of nursing care would be to do which of the following?

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During the immediate postpartal period,the respiratory rate should remain within the normal range of 12 to 20 respirations per minute.However,slightly elevated respirations may occur due to pain,fear,excitement,exertion,or excessive blood loss.The nurse should assess and treat any pain.Taking the pulse and blood pressure can provide information on the patient's hemodynamic status.If tachypnea continues despite appropriate interventions,the provider should be notified.Ongoing physical assessment is part of postpartum care.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Woman in the Immediate Postpartum