The nurse obtains vital signs for a 56-year-old patient who underwent surgery yesterday.Which finding(s)require(s)further assessment? Select all that apply.

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A pulse rate of 118 beats/minute and a respiratory rate of 35 breaths/minute are both higher than the normal range and require further assessment. A high pulse rate could indicate pain, anxiety, or a cardiovascular or respiratory problem. A high respiratory rate could indicate underlying respiratory distress or hypoxia. The other vital signs are within normal ranges.

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