Multiple Choice
A disoriented and agitated patient comes to the emergency department and admits using methamphetamine. Vital signs are blood pressure 164/94 mm Hg,heart rate 136 beats/min and irregular,and respirations 32 breaths/min. Which action by the nurse is most important?
A) Reorient the patient at frequent intervals.
B) Monitor the patient's electrocardiogram (ECG) .
C) Keep the patient in a quiet and darkened room.
D) Obtain a health history including prior drug use.
Correct Answer:
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