Asked by Dr. Yvette M. Johnson on Jul 19, 2024
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A patient admitted to the cardiac unit is going to the cardiac catheterization lab for a procedure.The patient tells the nurse,"I am so anxious about this.I am afraid the procedure might trigger a heart attack." What is the first action by the nurse?
A) Contact the physician for an anti-anxiety medication prior to the procedure.
B) Assure the patient that this is a very common procedure for all cardiac patients.
C) Instruct the patient prior to the procedure about what he can expect of the procedure.
D) Offer the patient some stress-reducing techniques to use before the procedure.
Cardiac Catheterization
A medical procedure used to diagnose and treat certain cardiovascular conditions by inserting a catheter into the heart.
Anti-anxiety Medication
Drugs prescribed to relieve anxiety disorders by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain and reducing symptoms.
Stress-reducing Techniques
Strategies or practices aimed at managing and reducing the amount of stress and tension in one's life.
- Implement strategies for reducing stress to aid patients in coping with stress.
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Learning Objectives
- Implement strategies for reducing stress to aid patients in coping with stress.
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