When Caring for the Patient with Cardiogenic Shock and Possible

question 2

Multiple Choice

When caring for the patient with cardiogenic shock and possible multiple-organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) ,what information obtained by the nurse will help confirm the diagnosis of MODS?

• A) The patient has crackles throughout both lung fields.
• B) The patient complains of crushing chest pain at a level of 8 on a 10-point scale.
• C) The patient has an elevated ammonia level and confusion.
• D) The patient has cool extremities and weak pedal pulses.

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