A Patient with Acute Dyspnea Is Scheduled for a Spiral

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient with acute dyspnea is scheduled for a spiral computed tomography (CT) scan.Which information obtained by the nurse is a priority to communicate to the health care provider before the CT?

• A) Allergy to shellfish
• B) Apical pulse of 104
• C) Respiratory rate of 30
• D) Oxygen saturation of 90%

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Definitions:

Internal Environment

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Ventromedial Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that is involved in suppressing hunger and regulating feelings of satiety.

Hyperphagia

An abnormally increased appetite for food, sometimes seen in certain mental health disorders or neurological conditions.

Adipsia

A condition characterized by the absence of thirst, often leading to insufficient fluid intake and potential dehydration.