The nurse is making a home care visit and notes the patient who is usually talkative and alert has become lethargic and has low blood pressure. Which action should the nurse take first?

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The first action the nurse should take is to notify the registered nurse (RN) to assess the situation and determine the appropriate next steps, as the RN has the authority and expertise to make clinical decisions based on the patient's condition.

The Nurse Is Making a Home Care Visit and Notes