A client who has just undergone surgery suddenly experiences chest pain, dyspnea, and tachypnea. The nurse suspects that the client has a pulmonary embolism and immediately sets about to take which action?
A. Preparing the client for a perfusion scan
B. Attaching the client to a cardiac monitor
C. Administering oxygen by way of nasal cannula
D. Ensuring that the intravenous (IV) line is patent
Ans: C. Administering oxygen by way of nasal cannula
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A) Continuing education record B) Year of graduation from nursing school C) Job description D) Absenteeism and tardiness record
The nurse is creating a care plan for a patient diagnosed with HF. When addressing the problem of anxiety, what interventions should the nurse include in the care plan? Select all that apply
A) Facilitate the presence of friends and family whenever possible. B) Teach the patient about the harmful effects of anxiety on cardiac function. C) Provide supplemental oxygen, as needed. D) Provide validation of the patient's expressions of anxiety. E) Administer benzodiazepines two to three times daily.
Which portion of the physical examination is best done with the patient standing?
a. Spinal b. Rectal c. Neurologic d. Musculoskeletal
A dying patient and family have requested that no attempts be made to resuscitate the patient in the event of death. A doctor has written a DNR order. What is the nurse's responsibility if the patient dies?
A) Follow his or her own conscience and perform CPR. B) Make no attempt to resuscitate the patient. C) Follow a verbal physician's order for a slow code. D) If the patient is at home, call 911 and begin CPR.