Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
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The client is admitted to the intensive care unit with severe chest pain. Which information provides the nurse with the most data that can be utilized in planning care?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Vital signs include blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature, providing the most comprehensive data for planning care in a client with severe chest pain. Blood pressure and pulse oximeter are included in vital signs, and EEG is irrelevant for chest pain.