While doing volunteer health screenings at a local mall a patient with a large growth on the neck approaches the nurse. What finding should alert the nurse to send the patient to the physician immediately?
a. The patient seems depressed.
b. The growth is difficult to conceal with clothing.
c. The patient complains of being very tired lately.
d. The patient makes a funny high-pitched sound with each breath.
ANS: D
The patient is exhibiting stridor, which indicates poor airway clearance. Airway problems always take priority. A. B. C. These findings are concerning however airway takes the priority.
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