Case study: Adult with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Which new finding would require the nurse to notify the provider or rapid response immediately?

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C. increasing pallor with a drop in blood pressure or mental status — Increasing pallor with a drop in blood pressure or mental status would require immediate follow-up because it suggests the case is worsening or a serious complication is developing.

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A. request for more teaching

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B. decreased appetite at one meal

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D. mild fatigue after activity