69. A patient is admitted to the ICU with suspected acute coronary syndrome. They are complaining of crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm. What is the urgent initial nursing intervention?
A.
Administer oral pain medication
B.
Administer oxygen, nitroglycerin, aspirin, and morphine (MONA) as ordered, and obtain 12-lead ECG
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C.
Administer a diuretic
D.
Order a meal
📖 Additional Information
Administer oral pain medication
Administer oxygen, nitroglycerin, aspirin, and morphine (MONA) as ordered, and obtain 12-lead ECG