Multiple Choice
A cardiovascular patient with a previous history of pulmonary embolism (PE) is experiencing a sudden onset of dyspnea, rapid breathing, and chest pain. The nurse recognizes the characteristic signs and symptoms of a PE. What is the nurses best action?
A) Rapidly assess the patients cardiopulmonary status.
B) Arrange for an ECG.
C) Increase the height of the patients bed.
D) Manage the patients anxiety.
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