The client is having a cardiac catheterization. During the procedure, the client tells the nurse, “I’m feeling really hot.” Which response would be best?
A. “You are having an allergic reaction. I will get an order for Benadryl.”
B. “That feeling of warmth indicates that the clots in the coronary vessels are dissolving.”
C.“That feeling of warmth is normal when the dye is injected.”
D. “I will tell your doctor and let him explain to you the reason for the hot feeling that you are experiencing.”
Answer:C
The client is having a cardiac catheterization. During the procedure, the client tells the nurse, “I’m feeling really hot.” Which response would be best?
A. “You are having an allergic reaction. I will get an order for Benadryl.” B. “That feeling of warmth indicates that the clots in the coronary vessels are dissolving.” C.“That feeling of warmth is normal when the dye is injected.” D. “I will tell your doctor and let him explain to you the reason for the hot feeling that you are experiencing.”