While Assessing a Client on a Cardiac Unit,a Nurse Identifies

question 27

Multiple Choice

While assessing a client on a cardiac unit,a nurse identifies the presence of an S? gallop.Which action should the nurse take next?

• A) Assess for symptoms of left-sided heart failure.
• B) Document this as a normal finding.
• C) Call the health care provider immediately.
• D) Transfer the client to the intensive care unit.

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