An unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) reports an older adult's vital signs to nurse as follows: Temperature 97.4°F (oral) , BP 165/70, pulse rate 84/min., and respirations 28. Which action should the nurse take?
A) Maintain routine vital signs.
B) Instruct the UAP to recheck the temperature.
C) Request a prescription for an antihypertensive.
D) Request oxygen therapy.
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