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Which patient statement would help the nurse confirm the previous diagnosis of chronic stable angina?.

"The pain is level 3 to 5 (0 to 10 scale).”.

"The pain has gotten worse over the last week.”.

"The pain wakes me up at night.”.

"The pain goes away with a nitroglycerin tablet.”. .

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale:

The pain level of 3 to 5 on a scale of 0 to 10 does not specifically indicate chronic stable angina.

Choice B rationale:

Pain that has worsened over the last week could indicate a number of conditions, not specifically chronic stable angina.

Choice C rationale:

Pain that wakes a patient up at night could be a sign of a number of conditions, not specifically chronic stable angina.

Choice D rationale:

Chronic stable angina is characterized by chest pain that is relieved by rest or nitroglycerin. Therefore, if the patient’s pain goes away with a nitroglycerin tablet, it would help confirm a diagnosis of chronic stable angina.

So, the correct answer is Choice D, after analyzing all choices.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Teaching the patient to take deep, slow breaths might not be effective in controlling the pain due to acute pericarditis.

Choice B rationale:

Placing the patient in Fowler’s position, leaning forward on the table, can help relieve the pain associated with acute pericarditis.

Choice C rationale:

Forcing fluids to 3000 mL/day to decrease inflammation is not a recommended action for managing pain due to acute pericarditis.

Choice D rationale:

Providing a fresh ice bag every hour for the patient to place on the chest is not a recommended action for managing pain due to acute pericarditis.

So, the correct answer is B, after analyzing all choices.

A. "I can expect nausea as a side effect of nitroglycerin.”. B. "I will store the medication in a well-lit room.”. C. "I will call an ambulance if I have pain 5 minutes after taking nitroglycerin.”. D. "I should only take nitroglycerin when I have chest pain.”.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Nitroglycerin can cause side effects such as headache and dizziness, but nausea is not a common side effect.

Choice B rationale:

Nitroglycerin should be stored in a dark, cool place, not in a well-lit room.

Choice C rationale:

This is the correct answer. If chest pain is not relieved 5 minutes after taking nitroglycerin, it is recommended to call an ambulance.

Choice D rationale:

While nitroglycerin is taken when chest pain occurs, it can also be taken prior to activities that might cause chest pain.

So, the correct answer is Choice C, after analyzing all choices.

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