NCLEX National Council Licensure Examination(NCLEX-RN) NCLEX-RN Question # 239 Topic 24 Discussion

NCLEX National Council Licensure Examination(NCLEX-RN) NCLEX-RN Question # 239 Topic 24 Discussion

NCLEX-RN Exam Topic 24 Question 239 Discussion:
Question #: 239
Topic #: 24

A 29-year-old client is admitted for a hysterectomy. She has repeatedly told the nurses that she is worried about having this surgery, has not slept well lately, and is afraid that her husband will not find her desirable after the surgery. Shortly into the preoperative teaching, she complains of a tightness in her chest, a feeling of suffocation, lightheadedness, and tingling in her hands. Her respirations are rapid and deep. Assessment reveals that the client is:


A.

Having a heart attack


B.

Wanting attention from the nurses


C.

Suffering from complete upper airway obstruction


D.

Hyperventilating


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