A patient admitted to the coronary care unit (CCU)with an ST-segment-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI)is restless and anxious. The blood pressure is 86/40 mm Hg,and heart rate is 132 beats/min. Based on this information,which nursing diagnosis is a priority for the patient?

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All the nursing diagnoses may be appropriate for this patient,but the hypotension and tachycardia indicate decreased cardiac output and shock from the damaged myocardium. This will result in decreased perfusion to all vital organs (e.g.,brain,kidney,heart)and is a priority.

A Patient Admitted to the Coronary Care Unit (CCU)with an ST-Segment-Elevation