A Nurse Is Providing Care for a Patient Admitted with a Temperature

A nurse is providing care for a patient admitted with a temperature of 101.3°F, pulse 98 beats per minute, 34 respirations per minute, and blood pressure 106/54 mm Hg. The patient reports chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and weakness for the past 2 days. Which of the following physician orders should the nurse complete first?

A) Administer Tylenol 650 mg by mouth
B) Provide oxygen 2 L per nasal cannula
C) Encourage oral fluids
D) Initiate intravenous fluids at 80 mL per hour
Multiple Response
Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.