Asked by Daryn Odell on Jun 21, 2024

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The nurse is caring for a patient who has chest discomfort.While obtaining the 12-lead ECG,the patient complains of feeling very anxious.Which of the following interventions should the nurse take in caring for the patient's anxiety? (Select all that apply. )

A) Continue to monitor the patient.
B) Reassess factors contributing to anxiety or distress.
C) Ask the family caregiver to leave the room.
D) Notify the health care provider.

Chest Discomfort

A feeling of tightness, heaviness, or pain in the chest area, often associated with heart disease but can have other causes.

Patient Anxiety

A state of unease, worry, or fear experienced by a patient, often related to medical procedures or outcomes.

Health Care Provider

A professional who offers preventive, curative, promotional, or rehabilitative health care services in a systematic way to individuals, families, or communities.

  • Efficiently communicate with patients about the protocols and handle their worries or false beliefs.
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Bezer Jean-LouisJun 24, 2024
Final Answer :
A,B,D
Explanation :
If the patient experiences chest pain or anxiety during the obtainment of a 12-lead ECG,the nurses should continue to monitor the patient,reassess factors contributing the anxiety or distress,notify the health care provider,and follow specific orders related to findings.Asking the family caregiver to leave the room may increase the patient's anxiety.