A patient on bed rest asks to get out of bed to sit in a chair after their morning meds. What should the nurse do first?
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Correct answer: Check the patient's vital signs and orthostatic tolerance before assisting
Before changing position or mobility for a bed-rest patient, the nurse must assess stability (vitals/orthostatics) to ensure safe transfer.
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