Biology · Nursing and Patient Care
During the insertion of a central venous catheter into the right jugular vein, a patient suddenly develops shortness of breath, chest pain, hypotension, and respiratory distress. Which complication should the nurse immediately suspect, and what is the priority action?
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- 1Pulmonary embolism; elevate the head of the bed to 90 degrees
- 2Cardiac dysrhythmia; administer oxygen via face mask
- 3Air embolism; place the patient in the left lateral Trendelenburg position✓
- 4Pneumothorax; place the patient in the supine position
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Air embolism; place the patient in the left lateral Trendelenburg position
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