The nurse is caring for a client at risk for impending shock. The nurse is assessing the vital signs frequently. What systolic blood pressure(BP) value would indicate impending shock?
A) 122 mm Hg
B) 114 mm Hg
C) 91 mm Hg
D) 79 mm Hg

Question

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A systolic BP value of 90 mm Hg or below is typically considered hypotensive, and could indicate impending shock. Therefore, the closest value in the given options is 91 mm Hg.

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