A Healthy Postoperative Patient Who Has Been on Bedrest for 3

question 3

Multiple Choice

A healthy postoperative patient who has been on bedrest for 3 days suddenly develops dyspnea, tachypnea, restlessness, and chest pain. The patient says, "I feel as if something is going to happen to me." Which action should the nurse take?

• A)Perform a bilateral Homans' test.
• B)Give a narcotic for pain as ordered.
• C)Notify the health care provider (HCP) immediately.
• D)Reassure the patient that everything is fine.

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