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

Which signs and symptoms would alert the nurse to the possibility of a major complication in a client with pericarditis?*1 pointa. Chest pain and diaphoresisb. Hypotension and muffled heart soundsc. Dyspnea and copious blood-tinged, frothy sputumd. Tachycardia and oliguria

Which of the following would be expected in  Paolo who is diagnosed with pericarditis? *1 pointA. Low WBCB. High blood pressureC. PurpuraD. Fatigue

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

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

The nurse is caring for a patient with acute pericarditis. What nursing management should be instituted to minimize complications?*1 pointA) The nurse keeps the patient isolated to prevent nosocomial infections.B) The nurse encourages coughing and deep breathing.C) The nurse helps the patient with activities until the pain and fever subside.D) The nurse encourages increased fluid intake until the infection resolves.