A nurse is speaking with a client who called the community health information call center desk. The client states that they have been having a fever with severe epigastric pain that radiates to the right shoulder, mainly after eating, for the past 2 days now. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? “Come to the ED immediately. There is a possibility this may be an infected gallbladder, and if left untreated, you can develop a perforation and possible sepsis.” “Have you tried acetaminophen and an antacid medication first?” “Try to not eat for the rest of the day, and if this continues into tomorrow morning, then you should see your doctor.” “Why don’t you call your doctor’s office to find out if you can be seen?
[Answered]: A nurse is speaking with a client who called the…
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