Multiple Choice
A patient with a major chest injury was originally alert and oriented after recovery from surgery but is now becoming apprehensive and dizzy.What action by the nurse takes priority?
A) Notify the health care provider.
B) Perform a cardiopulmonary assessment.
C) Elevate the head of the bed to 60 degrees.
D) Provide the patient with pain medication.
Correct Answer:
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