Multiple Choice
A patient admitted with an elevated ST-segment myocardial infarction (MI) on oxygen per nasal cannula for his diagnosed influenza is complaining of shortness of breath with an oxygen saturation of 88%.Respiratory therapy administers an albuterol treatment that provides no change in the oxygen saturation.What is the next best action by the RN is best?
A) Obtain a 12-lead ECG.
B) Notify the health care provider.
C) Call the patient's wife to have her sit with him to calm him.
D) Ask the UAP to obtain a blood glucose level.
Correct Answer:
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