A client with a known abdominal aortic aneurysm reports dizziness and severe abdominal pain.The nurse assesses the client's blood pressure at 82/40 mm Hg.What actions by the nurse are most important? (Select all that apply.)

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This client may have a ruptured/rupturing aneurysm.The nurse should notify the Rapid Response team and perform frequent client assessments.Giving pain medication will lower the client's blood pressure even further.The nurse cannot have the client sign a consent until the physician has explained the procedure.

A Client with a Known Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Reports Dizziness