My clinical knowledge and problem solving skills were developed whilst working as a student nurse. In particular, prior to administering antihypertensive and beta-blocker medications, I measured the patient’s blood pressure and heart rate. This was to prevent adverse occurrences of hypotension and bradycardia. His blood pressure was 220/100 and pulse was 110. To further assess the situation, I proceeded to take a manual blood pressure and full set of observations. Whilst his respiration and temperature were within normal limits and nil pain was noted, his blood pressure was 200/85. Therefore, I escalated my concerns of the patient’s risk of deterioration to my preceptor and called for a clinical review. In consultation with the medical team,
