The nurse suspects a patient who is recovering from an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair is experiencing graft leaking. Which of the following are indications of this event? Select all that apply. Select all that apply.

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The nurse suspects a patient who is recovering from an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair is experiencing graft leaking. Which of the following are indications of this event? Select all that apply.  Select all that apply.

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A graft leak after abdominal aortic aneurysm repair can cause groin pain, back discomfort, and hypotension. A decrease in urine output or signs of hypovolemic shock, such as reduced blood pressure and tachycardia, may also be present. However, urine output of 45 mL/hr is within the normal range and a dry and intact abdominal dressing may not indicate whether the graft is leaking. Respiratory rate is also within normal limits and is not a specific indicator of graft leaking.

The Nurse Suspects a Patient Who Is Recovering from an Abdominal