EPISODE · Jul 3, 2024 · 16 MIN
Cardiac Immediate Action
from NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy · host Kyle Rice
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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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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