A client on the postoperative nursing unit has a blood pressure of 156/98 mm Hg,pulse 140 beats/min,and respirations of 24 breaths/min.The client denies pain,has normal hemoglobin,hematocrit,and oxygen saturation,and shows no signs of infection.What should the nurse assess next?

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After ensuring the client's physiologic status is stable,these manifestations should lead the nurse to assess the client's psychosocial status.Anxiety especially can be demonstrated with elevations in vital signs.Cognitive and nutrition status are not related.Family stress is a component of psychosocial status.

A Client on the Postoperative Nursing Unit Has a Blood