The Nurse Has Been Caring for a Patient Who Has

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse has been caring for a patient who has had a central venous catheter in place.The patient complains of sudden chest pain and difficulty breathing.Which assessment finding warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?

• A)Exit site infection
• B)Catheter-related sepsis
• C)Pneumothorax
• D)Hyperglycemia

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Definitions:

Oral Communication

The ability to give and exchange information, ideas, and processes verbally, either one on one or as a group.

Exchange Information

The act of sharing or trading data, knowledge, or ideas between parties, which can facilitate decision-making, learning, or problem-solving.

Verbal

Pertaining to words and the use of language, typically involving spoken communication.

Collaborative Environment

A workplace or setting that fosters cooperation, sharing of ideas and joint effort among team members to achieve common objectives.