Mr. Arbor complains to the nurse that he is feelin...

NUR 131 Final Exam - Practice Quiz

Question Number 9

Mr. Arbor complains to the nurse that he is feeling anxious. He states, "I'm just so tired of all these tests they are doing, and it's so noisy here at night." Mr. Arbor's pulse is 110 bpm and his blood pressure is 140/70 mmHg. Nursing actions should include which of the following?

a) turn on the TV to provide distraction

b) ask the pt if he would like to discuss his anxiety further

c) close the blinds, dim the lights, and ask the pt what other measures would help him rest

d) call the physician and obtain an order for an anti-anxiety medication for PRN use

✔ Correct Answer:

c) close the blinds, dim the lights, and ask the pt what other measures would help him rest

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