The patient has been admitted to a critical care unit with a diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction. Suddenly his monitor alarms and the screen shows a flat line. What action should the nurse take first?
a. Administer epinephrine by intravenous push.
b. Begin chest compressions.
c. Check patient for unresponsiveness.
d. Defibrillate at 360 J.
C
The first intervention is to assess unresponsiveness.
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a. "A diet with lots of fruits and vegetables will help reduce my risk." b. "I need to get my blood pressure under control and stop drinking so much to help cut my risk." c. "I didn't know how much my bad diet could increase my risk for developing a chronic disease." d. "So, I don't have to lose my extra weight. I just need to stop smoking to prevent a chronic disease from developing."
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a. States he feels better after talking with his family and friends b. Continues to consume several alcoholic beverages a day c. Dislikes the support group meetings d. Spends most of the day in bed