A patient who has gastrointestinal bleeding is awake, alert, and oriented. The patient's vital signs are: blood pressure 130/90 mm Hg, pulse 118 beats/minute, respirations 18/minute, and temperature 98.6°F (37°C). Which of this patient's data collection findings should the nurse consider as a possible sign of early shock?

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A heart rate of 118 beats/minute is elevated and may indicate early shock as the body attempts to compensate for decreased perfusion. The other vital signs are within normal limits.

A Patient Who Has Gastrointestinal Bleeding Is Awake, Alert, and Oriented