The nurse obtains the following information when caring for a patient receiving subcutaneous heparin injections to treat a pulmonary embolus.Which assessment information is most important to communicate to the physician?

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A blood pressure of 90/46 mm Hg is significantly low and could indicate potential bleeding complications from the heparin therapy. This information is important to communicate to the physician for further evaluation and possible adjustment of the medication dosage. The other options may be important to assess and document, but they do not pose an immediate threat to the patient's well-being.

The Nurse Obtains the Following Information When Caring for a Patient