ATI n120 Med Surg Quiz

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A nurse at a provider's office receives a phone call from a client who reports nausea and unrelieved chest pain after taking a nitroglycerin tablet 5 min ago. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?

A. Tell the client to take another nitroglycerin tablet in 15 min. B. Advise the client to come to office. C. Instruct the client to call 911. D. Tell the client to take an antacid

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Persistent chest pain after nitroglycerin may indicate a myocardial infarction, requiring immediate emergency care by calling 911.

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