A patient is on postoperative day 2 after undergoing a total hip replacement.The patient suddenly complains of chest pain and is coughing up blood-tinged sputum.What should be the nurse's initial intervention?

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Elevating the head of the bed and administering oxygen are immediate interventions to improve respiratory function and oxygenation, which are critical in a patient showing signs of possible pulmonary complications such as a pulmonary embolism, which can occur after surgery.

A Patient Is on Postoperative Day 2 After Undergoing a Total