Author Question: The nurse is working on a busy unit that is short-staffed. Which of the following patient ... (Read 94 times)

rl · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

The nurse is working on a busy unit that is short-staffed. Which of the following patient assessments is the highest priority?

1.
A patient with chest pain radiating to the left arm and diaphoresis
2.
A confused patient crying out for her husband who died several years ago
3.
A patient with an elevated temperature requiring an antipyretic
4.
A postoperative patient in severe pain
5.
A patient who is to be discharged tomorrow and needing self-care teaching

Question 2

The nurse's personal values help the nurse determine what?

1.
Priorities
2.
Culture
3.
Ability to work on a team
4.
What grade will be earned in class

Bison · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
The patient with chest pain is the highest priority because altered circulation takes priority over everything except airway and breathing problems.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1
The nurse's personal values help determine what is of most importance, or in other words, the nurse's priorities in life.