A Patient Who Has Aortic Stenosis Develops Severe Dyspnea and Chest

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient who has aortic stenosis develops severe dyspnea and chest pain. Which action should the nurse take?

• A)Obtain vital signs.
• B)Give nitroglycerin.
• C)Raise the head of the bed.
• D)Encourage the patient to sleep.

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