A Client Arrives in the Emergency Department with Severe Chest

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client arrives in the Emergency Department with severe chest pain.What is the best explanation by the nurse to differentiate angina from a myocardial infarction?

• A)"Angina usually goes away with rest,and is rarely fatal,but a myocardial infarction requires immediate treatment,and can be life threatening."
• B)"There is no way to tell the difference between the two.You will be treated for a myocardial infarction."
• C)"Both are caused by a clot blocking the coronary arteries.Angina occurs if a small vessel is blocked,and a myocardial infarction occurs if a large vessel is blocked."
• D)"Angina does not cause severe chest pain,but a myocardial infarction always causes severe chest pain."

Comprehension of organizational processes for employee identification.

Understanding the use and importance of the Critical Incident Technique in job performance.

Recognizing structured interviews and their application in job interviews.

Understanding the concept of group homogeneity in organizations.

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