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The nurse is working with the medical team to stabilize a client who is in shock. The nurse knows the physician will likely order a fluid challenge. Which action should the nurse take first?Establish two IV catheters. Begin warming IV fluids. Encourage the client to take fluids in orally. Obtain orthostatic blood pressures.
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