PATIENT ASSESSMENT
The patient having chest pain, would have
scales assessment ( 1-10) is usually done.
necessary.
Updated 2/25
-The nurse notifies the doctor of what has occurred and her
assessment findings. She also mentions the vital signs, low
oxygen saturation, and steps that were taken to correct the
saturation. The doctor gives further orders, including a
transfer to CCU.
UPDATE: Respiratory distress