A 70-year-old client is admitted with altered mental status,…

A 70-year-old client is admitted with altered mental status, fever, and hypotension. The client has a history of diabetes and chronic urinary tract infections. Lab results show an elevated lactate level. The nurse should prepare to do which of the following interventions first?  

A 42-year-old client is admitted to the medical unit with a…

A 42-year-old client is admitted to the medical unit with a diagnosis of acute hepatitis B. Over the past 24 hours, the client has become increasingly lethargic and confused with an elevated INR of 3. Based on the findings, which conclusion should the nurse make?