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A resident clutches his chest and says he has heavy chest pain. What should you do?
- A.Walk him quickly down the hall to the nurses' station
- B.Give him a large meal to see if the pain is from hunger
- C.Stay with him, have him rest, and get the nurse or emergency help at once
- D.Wait until the end of the hour to see if the pain fades
Correct answer
C. Stay with him, have him rest, and get the nurse or emergency help at once
Why
Chest pain can signal a heart problem and needs immediate help with the resident kept resting and attended. Walking him, feeding him, or waiting can worsen the outcome.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Emergency Care: Chest Pain · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-150).