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Cardiac Immediate Action
Manage episode 426908982 series 2094705
Jane has a history of coronary artery disease (CAD) and is performing marching and lunges during an in-home visit. The patient suddenly reports chest pain, shortness of breath, and dizziness. The physical therapist's IMMEDIATE action should be:
A. Stop the exercise and have the patient sit down
B. Administer nitroglycerin and continue the exercise at a lower intensity
C. Call emergency medical services (EMS) immediately
D. Measure the patient's blood pressure and heart rate
LINKS MENTIONED:
- NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com
- Practice Question Club: www.npteclub.com
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Manage episode 426908982 series 2094705
Jane has a history of coronary artery disease (CAD) and is performing marching and lunges during an in-home visit. The patient suddenly reports chest pain, shortness of breath, and dizziness. The physical therapist's IMMEDIATE action should be:
A. Stop the exercise and have the patient sit down
B. Administer nitroglycerin and continue the exercise at a lower intensity
C. Call emergency medical services (EMS) immediately
D. Measure the patient's blood pressure and heart rate
LINKS MENTIONED:
- NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com
- Practice Question Club: www.npteclub.com
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