A patient recovering from vascular leg surgery is found standing in a large pool of blood flowing from the surgical site.After assisted into bed,the patient is pale with a palpable pulse.What action should the nurse take?

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The first priority is to control the bleeding with direct pressure.Elevating the legs will also help.A.The charge should be notified while the bleeding is being controlled by calling for assistance.B.C.Oxygen and IV fluids may be needed but require a physician's order.

A Patient Recovering from Vascular Leg Surgery Is Found Standing