Hemorrhage

Hemorrhage ( 40 Questions)

A nurse is monitoring a client for potential hemorrhage after a medical procedure. Which vital sign change is an early indicator of internal bleeding?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. Hypertension (high blood pressure) is not typically an early indicator of internal bleeding. It may occur later as the body attempts to compensate for blood loss.

B) Correct. Bradycardia (abnormally slow heart rate) is an early sign of internal bleeding. It is a compensatory response to maintain blood pressure and perfusion in the early stages of hemorrhage.

C) Incorrect. Tachypnea (rapid breathing) may occur in response to hypoxia due to significant blood loss, but it is not an early indicator of internal bleeding.

D) Incorrect. Hyperthermia (elevated body temperature) is not a typical early sign of internal bleeding. It may indicate infection or inflammation but is not specific to hemorrhage.




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