Which of the following parameters should be monitored during ambulation? 1. Skin color 2. Breathing rate and effort 3. Level of consciousness 4. Urine output
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 3 and 4 only
c. 1, 2, and 3 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
ANS: C
Skin color, breathing rate and effort, and level of consciousness provide clues to how well the patient is tolerating ambulation.
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