Following surgery for an abdominal aortic aneurysm,a patient's central venous pressure (CVP) monitor indicates low pressures.Which action is a priority for the nurse to take?
A) Administer IV diuretic medications.
B) Increase the IV fluid infusion per protocol.
C) Document the CVP and continue to monitor.
D) Elevate the head of the patient's bed to 45 degrees.
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