Multiple Choice
Which assessment finding obtained by the nurse when assessing a patient with acute pericarditis should be reported immediately to the health care provider?
A) Pulsus paradoxus 8 mm Hg
B) Blood pressure (BP) of 168/94 mm Hg
C) Jugular venous distention (JVD) to jaw level
D) Level 6 (0 to 10 scale) chest pain with a deep breath
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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