Pathophysiology · practice question
A 59-year-old client in the intensive care unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to fluid volume excess and deficit. Assessment data include the client reports sudden sharp chest pain and respirations 32/min after surgery. The nurse is evaluating discharge teaching. Which client statement shows correct understanding?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
A. "I will call the nurse if I have new or worse symptoms before my follow-up appointment."
Why
Effective teaching includes when to seek help for worsening symptoms. Stopping medications or delaying reports are unsafe.
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