When Reading the Chart for a Patient with COPD, the Nurse

question 9

Multiple Choice

When reading the chart for a patient with COPD, the nurse notes that the patient has cor pulmonale. To assess for cor pulmonale, the nurse will monitor the patient for

• A) elevated temperature.
• B) complaints of chest pain.
• C) jugular vein distension.
• D) clubbing of the fingers.

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Definitions:

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CPR Certification

A document or credential signifying that an individual has completed training and demonstrated proficiency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), a life-saving procedure used in emergencies.

First Attempt

The initial try or effort in undertaking a task or challenge.

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