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2. Call the HCP stat 3. Check the apical pulse 4. Check the blood pressure 3. Check the apical pulse A DNR order requires the nurse to withhold resuscitation in the event of a cardiac or respiratory arrest. If an event occurs, the nurse should assess for breathing and check the central or apical pulse. After performing these actions, the nurse should call the HCP to confirm the death. The charge nurse on a medical unit assignments for the nursing team composed of a registered nurse (RN), 2 licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and a student nurse (SN). Which assignment is the most appropriate? 1. LPN assigned to a client with a GI bleed and hypotension who is receiving blood and requires vital sign monitoring every hour 2. LPN assigned to a newly admitted client with a bowel obstruction who is experiencing severe abdominal pain 3. RN assigned to a client with a change in mental status who is being transferred to the intensive care unit 4. SN assigned to a client