A Patient with a Possible Pulmonary Embolism Complains of Chest

question 35

Multiple Choice

A patient with a possible pulmonary embolism complains of chest pain and difficulty breathing. The nurse finds a heart rate of 142, BP reading of 100/60, and respirations of 42. The nurse's first action should be to

• A) elevate the head of the bed to 45 to 60 degrees.
• B) administer the ordered pain medication.
• C) notify the patient's health care provider.
• D) offer emotional support and reassurance.

Identify the roles of independent and dependent variables in experiments.

Comprehend the implications of correlation values and their limitations.

Recognize the importance of reducing bias in research, including experimenter bias and sample bias.

Understand the concepts of control groups, experimental groups, and the significance of randomization in research.

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