Question

A client is about to undergo cardiac catheterization for which informed consent was obtained. As the nurse enters the room to administer sedation for the procedure, the client states, "I'm really worried about having this open heart surgery." Based on this statement, how should the nurse proceed?

Answer 1

Answer:

Withhold the medication and notify the physician immediately.

Explanation:

Cardiac catherization may be defined as the medical procedure for the treatment and diagnose of the cardiovascular disease. The cathode tube is inserted inside the chest of an individual.

The nurse must explain the procedure to the client and if she fails to do so she must notify the physician. The proper training and beneficial uses of this technique must be explained to the client. The proper medication and medical procedure must be clear to the client.

Thus, the answer is withhold the medication and notify the physician immediately.