A Nurse Walks into a Client's Room and Finds Him

question 19

Multiple Choice

A nurse walks into a client's room and finds him having difficulty breathing and complaining of chest pain. He has bradycardia and hypotension. What should the nurse do next?

• A) Take vital signs again in 15 to 30 minutes.
• B) Document the data and report it later.
• C) Ask the client if he is anxious or afraid.
• D) Report findings to the physician immediately.

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Definitions:

Anaphylaxis

A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur rapidly after exposure to an allergen.

Lacto-Ovo-Vegetarians

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Dairy Products

Foods produced from the milk of mammals, such as cheese, yogurt, and butter, which are sources of nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and protein.

Plant Foods

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