A patient describes a sudden, severe headache as the “worst headache of my life.” What condition should the nurse suspect?

A patient is admitted with a large pulmonary embolism and their MAP is 45 mmHg. They are anxious and express feelings of impending doom. What condition does the nurse anticipate? 

A patient in anaphylactic shock is experiencing bronchospasm and hypotension. What is the priority intervention?

A patient reports chest pain at rest. The EKG shows ST depression. What is the best way to describe this patient’s chest pain?

A 58-year-old male with a history of coronary artery disease and prior myocardial infarction collapses in the hospital hallway. A rapid response is initiated, and the following data is noted: Assessment Findings: The patient is unresponsive. No palpable pulse. Cardiac monitor shows ventricular fibrillation (V-fib). Respirations: None. Oxygen Saturation: Not measurable. Which interventions should the nurse implement immediately to manage this patient’s condition? Select all that apply.

A patient with a history of hypertension, diabetes, and a recent heart attack returns to the hospital complaining of rapid weight gains of 5 lbs over 2 days. Upon assessment the patient has +3 pitting pedal edema and they have cardiomegaly on their chest x-ray.  What should the nurse recognize as the primary concern?

A patient with Type 2 Diabetes is prescribed metformin for glucose management. What statement by the nurse is most important for the nurse to include in patient education?

A patient with hypovolemic shock shows delayed capillary refill, cool clammy skin, and their MAP is 55 mmHg. What should the nurse prioritize?

The nursing is caring for a patient with heart failure. Which perscribed order is meant for the management of this condition? 

A nursing is caring for a patient with heart failure. They are schedule for morning doses of carvedilol, lisinopril, aspirin, and furosemide. The nurse obtains vital signs prior to administration. Which of the following is an appropriate next action by the nurse?  Vital Signs:  Blood pressure 110/85 Heart rate 55 Respiratory rate 19 Temperature 98.8 F O2 saturation 96% on 2L nasal cannula