[Answered]: A nurse is caring for a client who is…

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an elevated blood pressure and an increased heart rate. The client states, “Financial problems are causing issues in my marriage and I am afraid that I might get laid off from my job.” Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? Contact case management to provide resources to the client that may offer some financial assistance. Instruct the client to take slow and deep breaths using abdominal muscles. Encourage the client to write down things that they are grateful for. Refer the client to a marriage and family counselor.