The term acute coronary syndromes refers to patients presenting with ischemic chest pain
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Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is a term used to refer to distinct conditions caused by a similar sequence of pathologic events—a temporary or permanent blockage of a coronary artery. These conditions are characterized by an excessive demand or inadequate supply of oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle associated with plaque disruption, thrombus formation, and vasoconstriction. ACSs consist of three major syndromes: unstable angina (UA), non–ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI).
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Which of the following nursing notations shows the greatest need for instruction regarding the need to document only objective client assessment data?
1. "Client was angry because breakfast was not to her liking." 2. "Client is depressed; was observed crying while alone in room." 3. "Client expressed pain as an 8 out of 10, was diaphoretic, guarding her abdomen and clenching her fists." 4. "Client was verbally abusive to staff when approached concerning client's con-tinued attempts to smoke in the bathroom."
A patient complains about what appears to be a tunnel-like infection under the skin with a small opening that is draining thick, yellow pus. The nurse identifies this type of wound as a
1. Pressure ulcer. 2. Stasis ulcer. 3. Contusion. 4. Sinus tract.