A nurse is caring for four clients. Which client should the nurse assess first?
a. Client with an acute myocardial infarction, pulse 102 beats/min
b. Client who is 1 hour post angioplasty, has tongue swelling and anxiety
c. Client who is post coronary artery bypass, chest tube drained 100 mL/hr
d. Client who is post coronary artery bypass, potassium 4.2 mEq/L
ANS: B
The post-angioplasty client with tongue swelling and anxiety is exhibiting manifestations of an allergic reaction that could progress to anaphylaxis. The nurse should assess this client first. The client with a heart rate of 102 beats/min may have increased oxygen demands but is just over the normal limit for heart rate. The two post coronary artery bypass clients are stable.
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