An Older Adult Client Presents with Complaints of Crushing Pain

question 5

Multiple Choice

An older adult client presents with complaints of crushing pain on the left side of the chest. After the client is examined, it is found that the client has unstable angina. Which intervention to reduce the pain is appropriate for the client?

• A)Administering nitroglycerin
• B)Changing the position of the client
• C)Encouraging the client to take deep breaths
• D)Administering antianxiety medication

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