Erick is a 50-year-old patient who had an abdominal surgery. An hour after the surgery, Erick develops internal hemorrhage. During further assessments, the nurse would expect that the patient will exhibit:

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Upon further assessment, the nurse would expect to observe tachycardia. The patient, who is in shock, will have an accelerated heart rate to increase the blood flow and oxygen to the body tissues. There will also be a decreased urinary output, increased and shallow respirations, and hypotension.

Erick Is a 50-Year-Old Patient Who Had an Abdominal Surgery