ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia and tells the nurse, 'I feel like an elephant is sitting on my chest.' The client is weak and unable to walk. After the nurse initiates chest pain protocol, which of the following is the priority diagnostic test?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: 12-lead ECG. This is the priority diagnostic test because the client is describing chest pain, which could be indicative of a cardiac issue such as a heart attack. A 12-lead ECG can quickly assess the heart's electrical activity and identify any potential cardiac abnormalities. This test is crucial in determining if the chest pain is cardiac-related and requires immediate intervention.
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B: PT and INR - These tests assess blood clotting factors and are not the priority in this situation where cardiac involvement is suspected.
C: Serum potassium - While important for overall health, it is not the priority when assessing a client with chest pain.
D: Chest x-ray - Helpful in diagnosing pneumonia but not the priority when cardiac issues are suspected.
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