Which symptom would NOT typically be assessed in a client experiencing cardiogenic shock?

In the context of cardiogenic shock, a normal respiratory rate would not typically be assessed. Cardiogenic shock occurs due to the heart's inability to pump effectively, leading to decreased cardiac output and resulting in significant compensatory mechanisms within the body.

Patients in cardiogenic shock often exhibit symptoms like pallor, indicating poor perfusion and reduced blood flow. Tachycardia, or an increased heart rate, is a common compensatory mechanism as the body tries to maintain adequate perfusion to vital organs. Additionally, a narrow pulse pressure—where the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure is diminished—is often seen because of reduced stroke volume and inadequate perfusion pressure.

Therefore, the presence of a normal respiratory rate does not align with the typical assessment findings in this condition, as respiratory rates are likely to be altered, showing either tachypnea or respiratory distress due to hypoxia or compromised perfusion resulting from the heart's impaired function.