Author Question: The nurse gives priority to assessing an older patient who presents with symptoms of acute ... (Read 24 times)

Melani1276 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse gives priority to assessing an older patient who presents with symptoms of acute respiratory distress for which other condition?

a. Substernal chest pain
b. A history of panic attacks
c. Any known allergies
d. Bruising on the chest

Question 2

A nurse working with a dying patient would expect to add interventions to the care plan to address which needs? (Select all that apply.)

a. Pain
b. Dyspnea
c. Delirium
d. Dementia
e. Restlessness

carolinefletcherr · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
The symptoms of asthma and respiratory distress mimic other conditions such as myocardial ischemia. The nurse assesses for this condition as the priority over the others.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, E
Pain, dyspnea, delirium, and restlessness are common symptoms experienced by patients at the end of life. Dementia may be an issue for some, but it is not considered a commonly experienced symptom.