Your patient is an 87-year-old man complaining of chest pain. He knows his name, the date, and where he is, as well as what led him to call 911. He states he is prescribed several medications but cannot remember their names. You should:
A) ask a family member if he or she knows what medications he takes.
B) call his physician to verify his medications.
C) try to guess his medications based on his medical history.
D) document that the patient is not fully alert.
Question 2
As you approach your patient, you can see that she is having difficulty breathing. Which one of the following have you just accomplished?
A) Completed the primary assessment
B) Assessed for disability
C) Sized up the scene
D) Formed a general impression
Respiratory Assistive Devices, Patient Using a Peak Flow Meter
Opioids for Pain Management
Patient's forearm supported in bed
Patient teaching: female breast assessment
A pacemaker in a patient’s chest.
Illustration of the anatomy of a normal subject (A) and a patient with sleep apnea (B)