Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question

The nurse is caring for a client who suddenly complains of crushing substernal chest pain while ambulating in the hall. Which nursing action should the nurse implement first?

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Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Crushing chest pain suggests ischemia; sitting down (D) reduces oxygen demand. Code Blue (A), telemetry (B), and pulse (C) follow if pain persists.