The nurse completes a physical assessment on the client receiving heparin therapy for deep vein thrombosis (DVT).The client complains of severe lumbar pain.The priority action by the nurse is to:

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Severe lumbar pain in a client receiving heparin therapy could indicate internal bleeding or a hematoma in the lumbar area, which is a potential complication of anticoagulant therapy. Immediate further evaluation is necessary to address and manage this potentially life-threatening situation.

The Nurse Completes a Physical Assessment on the Client Receiving