A Patient Who Is Anxious and Has Difficulty Breathing Seeks

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient who is anxious and has difficulty breathing seeks treatment after being stung by a wasp.What is the nurse's priority action?

• A) Have the patient lie down.
• B) Assess the patient's airway.
• C) Administer high-flow oxygen.
• D) Remove the stinger from the site.

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Definitions:

Adverse Selection

A situation where asymmetric information leads to the selection of undesirable participants in a transaction or contract, often seen in insurance markets.

Consumer Surplus

The divergence between the total sum consumers are inclined and able to disburse for a merchandise or service, and the total sum they actually disburse.

Negative Externality

A cost that affects a party who did not choose to incur that cost, often associated with production or consumption activities.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of foregoing the next best alternative when making a decision, representing the benefits that could have been received if a different decision were made.