A Student Is Late for His Appointment and Has Rushed

A student is late for his appointment and has rushed across campus to the health clinic. How should the nurse proceed?

A) Allow 5 minutes for him to relax and rest before checking his vital signs.
B) Check the blood pressure in both arms, expecting a difference in the readings because of his recent exercise.
C) Immediately monitor his vital signs on his arrival at the clinic and then 5 minutes later, recording any differences.
D) Check his blood pressure in the supine position, which will provide a more accurate reading and will allow him to relax at the same time.