Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient in septic shock.The nurse assesses the patient to have a blood pressure of 105/60 mm Hg,heart rate 110 beats/min,respiratory rate 32 breaths/min,oxygen saturation (SpO2) 95% on 45% supplemental oxygen via Venturi mask,and a temperature of 102° F.The physician orders stat administration of an antibiotic.Which additional physician order should the nurse complete first?
A) Blood cultures
B) Chest x-ray
C) Foley insertion
D) Serum electrolytes
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