A Hospitalized 31-Year-Old Patient with a History of Cluster Headache

question 8

Multiple Choice

A hospitalized 31-year-old patient with a history of cluster headache awakens during the night with a severe stabbing headache.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Start the ordered PRN oxygen at 6 L/min.
• B) Put a moist hot pack on the patient's neck.
• C) Give the ordered PRN acetaminophen (Tylenol).
• D) Notify the patient's health care provider immediately.