NCLEX-style questions with detailed rationales and explanations
A patient in septic shock has a CVP of 2 mmHg, MAP of 58 mmHg, and lactate of 4.5 mmol/L. The provider orders a 30 mL/kg IV crystalloid bolus. After the bolus, CVP is 6 mmHg and MAP is 62 mmHg. What is the nurse's priority action?