A patient in the recovery room is restless and anxious. The wound dressing is soaked through with bloody drainage. Which of the following would be an appropriate nursing intervention at this time?

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The wound dressing being soaked through with bloody drainage indicates that the patient might be experiencing bleeding. Applying sterile pads and a firm pressure dressing to the area can help control bleeding and prevent further complications. The other options do not address the issue of bleeding. Slowing the intravenous fluid administration rate might not be appropriate since the patient might be hypovolemic and need the fluids. Supporting the person's physiologic mechanism for dissolving clots might not be appropriate since there is active bleeding, and raising the head of the person's bed does not address the issue of bleeding.

A Patient in the Recovery Room Is Restless and Anxious