Which of the following actions is the first priority care for a client exhibiting signs and symptoms of coronary artery disease?          *1 pointA. Decrease anxietyB. Enhance myocardial oxygenationC. Administer sublingual nitroglycerinD. Educate the client about his symptoms

Which of the following is a priority in a client diagnosed with pericarditis? *1 pointA. The client feels pain upon inhalationB. Pain that increases when lying in supine positionC. Pericardial friction upon auscultationD. Muffled heart sound

The nurse is assigned to care for a client who had a myocardial infarction (MI) 2 days ago. The client has many questions about this condition. What area is a priority for the nurse to discuss at this time? *1 pointA. Daily needs and concernsB. The overview cardiac rehabilitationC. Medication and diet guidelineD. Activity and rest guidelines

Prior to sending a client for a cardiac catheterization, it would be most important for the nurse to report which of the following? *1 pointA. The client has an allergy to shellfishB. The client has diminished palpable peripheral pulsesC. The client has cool lower extremities bilaterallyD. The client is anxious about the pending procedure

The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a loop diuretic for treatment of heart failure. Which of these actions will be included in the plan of care?Select all that apply.*1 pointa. Assess daily weights.b. Encourage consumption of citrus fruits.c. Weigh the client weekly.d. Monitor serum potassium.e. Discourage intake of spinach.d. Monitor for bradycardia.

A nurse is caring for a client immediately following a cardiac catheterization through the right femoral artery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?A. Monitor the client's vital signs once every hour.B. Elevate the head of the client's bed to a 45° angle.C. Restrict the client's fluid intake.D. Instruct the client not to bend the affected leg.