The nurse assesses a patient in the postanesthesia recovery unit and finds a BP of 88/50, pulse 116, and respirations of 20. What assessment data will the nurse collect next?

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The nurse should collect the pulse oximeter reading next to assess the patient's oxygenation status, as the vital signs indicate possible hypovolemia or shock, and ensuring adequate oxygenation is critical.

The Nurse Assesses a Patient in the Postanesthesia Recovery Unit