Which information about a patient who has been admitted with a right calf venous thromboembolism ( VTE ) requires immediate action by the nurse?
A) Complaint of left calf pain
B) New onset shortness of breath
C) Red skin color of left lower leg
D) Temperature of 100.4° F ( 38° C )
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