2. A patient hospitalized for evaluation of unstable angina experiences acute severe chest
pain and calls the nurse. Prioritize the interventions below from 1 (highest) to 6 (lowest)
priority. The appropriate orders and protocols are available to the nurse.
a. Notify the physician
b. Obtain a 12-lead EKG
c. Check the patient's vital signs
d. Administer oxygen per nasal cannula for saturation less than 94%
e. Perform a focused assessment of the heart tones/lung sounds
f. Assess pain and medicate as ordered
Explain your rationale for the order you chose:
