A patient with peritonitis develops a temperature of 103° F (39.4° C), is restless, has blood pressure of 85/45 and has a urinary output of 76 mL in 8 hours. The nurse should develop a plan of care related to which health problem?

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The patient's vital signs and urinary output suggest hypovolemia, which could progress to hypovolemic shock. This is a medical emergency and requires rapid intervention.

A Patient with Peritonitis Develops a Temperature of 103° F