A Client Experiencing Severe Chest Pain from a Pulmonary Embolism

question 4

Multiple Choice

A client experiencing severe chest pain from a pulmonary embolism has been medicated for pain but appears anxious and restless. The additional nursing measure that most likely would assist the client in dealing with fear is

• A) asking the client not to focus on the pain.
• B) explaining the monitoring devices to the client.
• C) reassuring the client the pain medication will work soon.
• D) remaining at the bedside with the client.