A client is assessed by the nurse after a hemodialysis session.The nurse notes bleeding from the client's nose and around the intravenous catheter.What action by the nurse is the priority?

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Heparin is used with hemodialysis treatments.The bleeding alerts the nurse that too much anticoagulant is in the client's system and protamine sulfate should be administered.Pressure,taking vital signs,and assessing for a bruit or thrill are not as important as medication administration.

A Client Is Assessed by the Nurse After a Hemodialysis