The nurse is caring for a client in the PACU following abdominal surgery

The nurse is caring for a client in the PACU following abdominal surgery. Vital signs show decreasing blood pressure, an increasing heart rate, and cool clammy skin. What is the nurse’s priority action? geoquad Assess the client’s pain level before further interventions. geoquad Increase the rate of intravenous fluids while notifying the provider. geoquad Administer a high dose of intravenous pain medication geoquad Initiate a breathing exercise regimen to stabilize vital signs.