The physician orders iron sucrose 200 mg IV. The pharmacy sends the medication in a 100 mL bag of normal saline with the directions to infuse the IV over 15 minutes. The nurse sets the IV Infusion pump to mL/hr.

A. The patient's color can indicate their oxygenation status. Cyanosis (bluish tint) may suggest hypoxia, which is critical to assess in an asthma patient.
B. Auscultation of lung sounds is essential in asthma assessment. The presence of wheezing, prolonged expiration, or decreased breath sounds can indicate airway obstruction and the severity of the asthma exacerbation.
C. Assessing heart tones can provide information about the cardiovascular response to respiratory distress. Increased heart rate may occur due to hypoxia or anxiety associated with asthma attacks.
D. Bowel sounds are not relevant in the assessment of asthma. While gastrointestinal symptoms may co- occur in some patients, they are not directly related to asthma's respiratory condition.
E. While peripheral pulses are important in general assessments, they do not provide specific information relevant to asthma management or respiratory status.
F. Monitoring respiratory rate and effort is crucial in assessing asthma. Increased respiratory rate and use of accessory muscles may indicate respiratory distress or an asthma exacerbation.
G. A pulse oximetry reading provides an objective measure of oxygen saturation. Low oxygen saturation levels indicate inadequate oxygenation, which is critical to monitor in asthma patients.
H. Measuring peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) helps assess the severity of airway obstruction and monitor asthma control. It can guide treatment decisions and determine if an asthma attack is occurring.

A. This response may downplay the significance of the current elevated blood pressure reading. Given that the reading indicates stage 2 hypertension, waiting two months without further assessment could be inappropriate, as the patient may be at risk for complications.
B. This option suggests a follow-up in a reasonable timeframe. It acknowledges the need for a prompt reassessment but still allows for some delay. However, it may not convey the urgency that may be warranted given the current high reading.
C. While this option provides a specific timeframe for follow-up, it may also imply that the situation is less urgent than it is. A week could be too long to wait for someone with a reading indicative of hypertension, especially considering potential risks.
D. This is the best response because it prioritizes the patient's health by recommending immediate evaluation. The current blood pressure reading of 160/96 mmHg is significantly elevated and may warrant urgent assessment to rule out any underlying conditions, initiate management, and prevent complications such as cardiovascular events.