While Doing the Admission Assessment for a Thin 76-Year-Old Patient,the

question 22

Multiple Choice

While doing the admission assessment for a thin 76-year-old patient,the nurse observes pulsation of the abdominal aorta in the epigastric area.Which action should the nurse take?

• A) Teach the patient about aneurysms.
• B) Notify the hospital rapid response team.
• C) Instruct the patient to remain on bed rest.
• D) Document the finding in the patient chart.

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