ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nur214 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A patient arrives at the clinic reporting a new onset of angina pectoris that has persisted for the last 30 minutes. What should be the nurse's initial action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Obtaining an EKG reading is the most appropriate initial action when a patient reports a new onset of angina pectoris. An EKG can help determine if the patient is experiencing a myocardial infarction (heart attack), which is a life-threatening condition.
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