Which assessment findings would increase the nurse's suspicion that a patient may have pericarditis? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Pericardial friction rub
2. Abdominal discomfort and nausea
3. Chest pain
4. Bradycardia
5. Distended neck veins
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Rationale 1: Pericardial friction is a hallmark sign of pericarditis, in addition to fever.
Rationale 2: Abdominal discomfort and nausea are not associated with pericarditis.
Rationale 3: Chest pain is a hallmark sign of pericarditis, in addition to fever.
Rationale 4: Bradycardia is not associated with pericarditis.
Rationale 5: Distended neck veins are not associated with pericarditis.
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