Question

A client is recovering from coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery and begins to experience chest pain, shortness of breath, and tachycardia. Further assessment reveals a widened QRS complex and an elevated ST segment. Which nursing diagnosis takes highest priority at this time?

Answer 1

Answer:Depression, fatigue, memory lapses, ankle edema

Explanation:

Depression is one of the symptoms after CABG surgery and should be taken very seriously. The nurses needs to inform the family on ways to tackle this problem and if or when to report to the physician. Other symptoms that needs immediate notification includes memory lapses, dyspnea, fatigue and ankle edema.