A Cab Driver, Stuck in Traffic, Suddenly Is Lightheaded, Tremulous

A cab driver, stuck in traffic, suddenly is lightheaded, tremulous, diaphoretic, and experiences tachycardia and dyspnea. An extensive workup in an emergency department reveals no pathology. Which medical diagnosis is suspected, and what nursing diagnosis takes priority?

A) Generalized anxiety disorder and a nursing diagnosis of fear
B) Altered sensory perception and a nursing diagnosis of panic disorder
C) Pain disorder and a nursing diagnosis of altered role performance
D) Panic disorder and a nursing diagnosis of anxiety

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