The Nurse Notices That the ST Segment Is Depressed on a Patient

question 39

Multiple Choice

The nurse notices that the ST segment is depressed on a patient brought into the emergency department reporting chest pain. What action should the nurse take?

• A)Continue to monitor the electrocardiogram (ECG) to determine if ST segment depression continues.
• B)Alert the supervising RN and patient's physician immediately.
• C)Auscultate chest sounds, and continue physical assessment.
• D)Review the ECG recordings in the patient's chart.

Explain how emotional intelligence affects a leader's effectiveness.

Distinguish between the operations and impacts of transactional, transformational, charismatic, and participative leadership styles.

Understand the concept of moral leadership and its significance in an organizational context.

Identify actions that can enhance one's ability to lead ethically.

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