"The patient got out of bed and walked 20 feet without reporting or displaying signs of shortness of breath" is an example of ________ in documentation.

Which of the following would be the MOST effective way of minimizing the detrimental effects associated with acute coronary syndrome?

A) Administer nitroglycerin in 15- to 20-minute intervals B) Reassure the patient and provide prompt transport C) Transport the patient rapidly, using lights and siren D) Request ALS support for any patient who has chest pain

You receive a call from a nurse who requests instructions for the collection of a urine specimen from a catheterized patient. You advise him to

A) use a syringe to draw urine directly from the catheter tubing. B) remove and insert a new catheter prior to collection. C) send urine from the collection bag in a sterile container. D) use the sampling port on the catheter tubing.